Islamic ArtPaintingsca. 1800Cactus Plant in Flower is a paintings probably Calcutta from India created in ca. 1800 using opaque watercolor on paper measuring Painting H. 34.6 in. (87.9 cm) W. 18.1 in. (45.9… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting H. 34.6 in. (87.9 cm) W. 18.1 in. (45.9 cm) Frame H. 49.6 in. (126 cm) W. 33.1 in. (84 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2012 |
| Date | ca. 1800 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Calcutta, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cactus Plant in Flower?
Cactus Plant in Flower is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cactus Plant in Flower created?
Cactus Plant in Flower dates to ca. 1800.
What material is Cactus Plant in Flower made from?
Cactus Plant in Flower is crafted from opaque watercolor on paper.
Where does Cactus Plant in Flower originate?
Cactus Plant in Flower originates from India.
Is Cactus Plant in Flower in the public domain?
Cactus Plant in Flower is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026