India (Punjab Hills, Guler) · ca. 1790
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1790
By Nainsukh (Indian)
Folio is a paintings of India (Punjab Hills, Guler) origin created in ca. 1790 using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring 9 15/16 x 13 15/16 in. (25.2 x 35.4 cm) attributed to Nainsukh (Indian) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | 9 15/16 x 13 15/16 in. (25.2 x 35.4 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 1987 |
| Date | ca. 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