Islamic ArtIvoryca. 1700Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) is a ivory Goa from India created in ca. 1700 using ivory; carved measuring H. 10 5/8 in. (27 cm) W. 3 9/16 in. (9 cm) D. 2 3/16 in… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory; carved |
| Dimensions | H. 10 5/8 in. (27 cm) W. 3 9/16 in. (9 cm) D. 2 3/16 in. (5.5 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | On Loan from The Hispanic Society of America, New York, NY |
| Date | ca. 1700 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Goa, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd)?
Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) created?
Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) dates to ca. 1700.
What material is Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) made from?
Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) is crafted from ivory; carved.
Where does Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) originate?
Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) originates from India.
Is Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) in the public domain?
Christ Child as the Bom Pastor (Good Shepherd) 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