India (Gujarat) · ca. 1490
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1490
Folio is a paintings of India (Gujarat) origin created in ca. 1490 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Overall: 4 1/2 x 11 1/2 in. (11.4 x 29.2 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Overall: 4 1/2 x 11 1/2 in. (11.4 x 29.2 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 1985 |
| Date | ca. 1490 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Gujarat) culture. The estimated date range is 1480 – 1500.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Folio?
Folio is housed in the Asian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Folio created?
Folio dates to ca. 1490.
What material is Folio made from?
Folio is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper.
Is Folio in the public domain?
Folio is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026