Costume & Textiles1950–80

Ensemble is a costume institute of Bhutanese origin created in 1950–80 using cotton, silk, silver, glass — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, silk, silver, glass
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LinePurchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 1980
Date1950–80

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Bhutanese culture. The estimated date range is 1950 – 1980.

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 1950–80.

What material is Ensemble made from?

Ensemble is crafted from cotton, silk, silver, glass.

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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