Northern India, Guler, Himachal Pradesh · ca. 1740
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1740
Folio is a paintings of Northern India, Guler, Himachal Pradesh origin created in ca. 1740 using opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper measuring Page: 8 1/2 x 12 3/4 in. (21.6 x 32.4 cm) Image: 7 1/16 x… — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | Page: 8 1/2 x 12 3/4 in. (21.6 x 32.4 cm) Image: 7 1/16 x 11 1/4 in. (17.9 x 28.6 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Cynthia Hazen Polsky and Leon B. Polsky Fund, 2002 |
| Date | ca. 1740 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Northern India, Guler, Himachal Pradesh culture. The estimated date range is 1730 – 1750.
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. 1740.
What material is Folio made from?
Folio is crafted from opaque watercolor, ink 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