Frontispiece from the Zakhira-i khwarazmshahi ("The Treasure of Khwarizm Shah")

dated 1572
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Frontispiece from the Zakhira-i khwarazmshahi ("The Treasure of Khwarizm Shah")
  • Date: dated 1572
  • Geography: Made in India, Deccan, Golconda
  • Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
  • Dimensions: H. 12 11/16 in. (32.2 cm)
    W. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm)
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art