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Lion (Chi'lin) in a Landscape

late 16th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Lion (Chi'lin) in a Landscape
  • Date: late 16th century
  • Geography: Attributed to Iran
  • Medium: Ink, watercolor, and gold on paper
  • Dimensions: H. 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm)
    W. 4 13/16 in. (12.2 cm)
  • Classification: Codices
  • Credit Line: Bequest of George D. Pratt, 1935
  • Object Number: 45.174.21
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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