Northern India (Mandu?) · Sultanate period · 1520–30
Asian ArtPaintings1520–30
Folio is a paintings of Northern India (Mandu?) origin created in 1520–30 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring Image: 7 1/8 x 5 in. (18.1 x 12.7 cm) Overall (page): 9 x 7… — 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 | Image: 7 1/8 x 5 in. (18.1 x 12.7 cm) Overall (page): 9 x 7 1/2 in. (22.9 x 19.1 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Cynthia Hazen Polsky Gift, 1990 |
| Date | 1520–30 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Northern India (Mandu?) culture, dating from the Sultanate period period. The estimated date range is 1520 – 1530.
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 1520–30.
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