Folio

India (Rajasthan, Mewar) · ca. 1715–20

Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1715–20

Folio is a paintings of India (Rajasthan, Mewar) origin created in ca. 1715–20 using ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper measuring 9 7/16 x 10 7/8 in. (24 x 27.6 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions9 7/16 x 10 7/8 in. (24 x 27.6 cm)
ClassificationPaintings
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Cynthia Hazen Polsky Gift, 1991
Dateca. 1715–20

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Rajasthan, Mewar) culture. The estimated date range is 1705 – 1730.

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. 1715–20.

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

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