Costume & Textiles1920–40Evening stole is a costume institute of Indian origin created in 1920–40 using silk, metallic — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silk, metallic |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. Robert G. Olmsted and Constable MacCracken, 1969 |
| Date | 1920–40 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1920 – 1940.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Evening stole?
Evening stole is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Evening stole created?
Evening stole dates to 1920–40.
What material is Evening stole made from?
Evening stole is crafted from silk, metallic.
Is Evening stole in the public domain?
Evening stole 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