Costume & Textiles1875–1943Ensemble is a costume institute of Burmese (Kachin) origin created in 1875–1943 using (a,b,e,f) cotton (c,g) bamboo or cane (h) brass (d) shells — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | (a,b,e,f) cotton (c,g) bamboo or cane (h) brass (d) shells |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Yale Stevens, 1943 |
| Date | 1875–1943 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Burmese (Kachin) culture. The estimated date range is 1875 – 1943.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ensemble?
Ensemble is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ensemble created?
Ensemble dates to 1875–1943.
What material is Ensemble made from?
Ensemble is crafted from (a,b,e,f) cotton (c,g) bamboo or cane (h) brass (d) shells.
Is Ensemble in the public domain?
Ensemble 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