Costume & Textilesearly 19th centuryEarrings is a costume institute of Indian origin created in early 19th century using silver, pearl — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | silver, pearl |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nancy A. Dyer, 1965 |
| Date | early 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1850.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Earrings?
Earrings is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Earrings created?
Earrings dates to early 19th century.
What material is Earrings made from?
Earrings is crafted from silver, pearl.
Is Earrings in the public domain?
Earrings is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026