Flag of NepalCostume & Textilesmid-20th century

Ensemble is a costume institute of Tibetan origin created in mid-20th century using (a) silk; (b) silk, metal, cotton; (c) silk, metal — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Medium(a) silk; (b) silk, metal, cotton; (c) silk, metal
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Betsy S. Frisbie, 1991
Datemid-20th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Tibetan culture. The estimated date range is 1925 – 1975.

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 mid-20th century.

What material is Ensemble made from?

Ensemble is crafted from (a) silk; (b) silk, metal, cotton; (c) silk, metal.

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

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