Northern India, Delhi or Agra region · ca. 1540
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1540
Folio is a paintings of Northern India, Delhi or Agra region origin created in ca. 1540 using opaque watercolor and ink on paper measuring 6 3/4 x 9 1/16 in. (17.1 x 23 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and ink on paper |
| Dimensions | 6 3/4 x 9 1/16 in. (17.1 x 23 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 1985 |
| Date | ca. 1540 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Northern India, Delhi or Agra region culture. The estimated date range is 1530 – 1550.
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. 1540.
What material is Folio made from?
Folio is crafted from opaque watercolor and ink 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