India (Nurpur, Punjab Hills) · ca. 1660–70
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1660–70
By Kripal of Nurpur
Folio is a paintings of India (Nurpur, Punjab Hills) origin created in ca. 1660–70 using opaque watercolor, gold, and beetle-wing cases on paper measuring Overall: 7 1/2 x 7 3/8 in. (19.1 x 18.7 cm) Framed: 23 1/8… attributed to Kripal of Nurpur — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor, gold, and beetle-wing cases on paper |
| Dimensions | Overall: 7 1/2 x 7 3/8 in. (19.1 x 18.7 cm) Framed: 23 1/8 x 17 1/8 in. (58.7 x 43.5 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Lent by The San Diego Museum of Art, Edwin Binney 3rd Collection, 1990.1038 |
| Date | ca. 1660–70 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Nurpur, Punjab Hills) culture. The estimated date range is 1650 – 1680.
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. 1660–70.
What material is Folio made from?
Folio is crafted from opaque watercolor, gold, and beetle-wing cases on paper.
Is Folio in the public domain?
Folio is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026