Manuscript of the Nujum al-'Ulum (Stars of the Sciences)
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.Artwork Details
- Title: Manuscript of the Nujum al-'Ulum (Stars of the Sciences)
- Date: dated A.H. 14 Rabi' al-Awwal 978 (August 17, 1570)
- Geography: Attributed to India, Bijapur
- Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
- Dimensions: H. 10 3/16 in. (25.8 cm)
W. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm) - Classification: Codices
- Credit Line: Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art