Costume & Textileslate 19th centuryBabouches is a costume institute of Indian origin created in late 19th century using cotton, leather, metallic thread — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, leather, metallic thread |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Barbara K. Morrill (Mrs. James P.), 1976 |
| Date | late 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1899.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Babouches?
Babouches is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Babouches created?
Babouches dates to late 19th century.
What material is Babouches made from?
Babouches is crafted from cotton, leather, metallic thread.
Is Babouches in the public domain?
Babouches is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026