"Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda)

ca. 1525–50

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 463

The Chandayana was written by Mulla Da'ud in the fourteenth century, based on an ancient poem that recounted the romance of Laur and Chanda, their elopement, and ensuing adventures. The obstacles the lovers overcome to be together function as a metaphor for the sufi’s quest for union with God. This painting, from a manuscript made in the mid-sixteenth century, melds elements of Persian painting, particularly from Shiraz, with the Chaurapanchasika style of northern India.

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Title: "Laur and Chanda in the Forest", Folio from a Chandayana (or Laur Chanda)
Author: Maulana Da'ud (Indian)
Date: ca. 1525–50
Geography: Attributed to Northern or Central India
Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions: Page:
H. 10 1/16 in. (25.5 cm)
W. 7 5/8 in. (19.4 cm)
Painting:
H. 7 11/16 in. (19.5 cm)
W. 5 13/16 in. (14.7 cm)
Classification: Codices
Credit Line: Gift of Wendy Findlay, 1982
Object Number: 1982.476.2
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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