India (Kangra, Himachal Pradesh) · ca. 1780
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1780
By First Generation after Nainsukh
Folio is a paintings of India (Kangra, Himachal Pradesh) origin created in ca. 1780 using opaque watercolor and ink on paper measuring Page: 9 15/16 x 14 1/16 in. (25.2 x 35.7 cm) Image: 8 1/8 x… attributed to First Generation after Nainsukh — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor and ink on paper |
| Dimensions | Page: 9 15/16 x 14 1/16 in. (25.2 x 35.7 cm) Image: 8 1/8 x 12 1/8 in. (20.6 x 30.8 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Seymour and Rogers Funds, 1976 |
| Date | ca. 1780 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Kangra, Himachal Pradesh) culture. The estimated date range is 1770 – 1790.
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. 1780.
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