Costume & Textiles1950Evening bag is a costume institute of Indian origin created in 1950 using silk, mica — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk, mica |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Carolyn Schnurer, 1951 |
| Date | 1950 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Evening bag?
Evening bag is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Evening bag created?
Evening bag dates to 1950.
What material is Evening bag made from?
Evening bag is crafted from silk, mica.
Is Evening bag in the public domain?
Evening bag 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