Folio

India (Rajasthan, Mewar) · ca. 1665

Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1665

By Sahibdin

Folio is a paintings of India (Rajasthan, Mewar) origin created in ca. 1665 using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring H. 9 5/8 in (24.4 cm); W. 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm) attributed to Sahibdin — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk and opaque watercolor on paper
DimensionsH. 9 5/8 in (24.4 cm); W. 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm)
ClassificationPaintings
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LineGift of Ernest Erickson Foundation, 1988
Dateca. 1665

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Rajasthan, Mewar) culture. The estimated date range is 1655 – 1675.

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. 1665.

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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