Folio

India (Punjab Hills, Guler) · ca. 1790

Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1790

Folio is a paintings of India (Punjab Hills, Guler) origin created in ca. 1790 using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring 8 1/4 x 11 1/2 in. (21 x 29.2 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk and opaque watercolor on paper
Dimensions8 1/4 x 11 1/2 in. (21 x 29.2 cm)
ClassificationPaintings
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LineGift of Steven Kossak, The Kronos Collections, 1979
Dateca. 1790

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Punjab Hills, Guler) culture. The estimated date range is 1780 – 1800.

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. 1790.

What material is Folio made from?

Folio is crafted from ink and opaque watercolor 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

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