Islamic ArtJewelryca. 1900
Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) is a jewelry Punjab created in ca. 1900 using gold, set with emeralds and diamonds, with attached pearls; enamel on reverse measuring H. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm) W. 3 1/4 in. (8.2 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold, set with emeralds and diamonds, with attached pearls; enamel on reverse |
| Dimensions | H. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm) W. 3 1/4 in. (8.2 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | The Al-Thani Collection |
| Date | ca. 1900 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika)?
Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) created?
Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) dates to ca. 1900.
What material is Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) made from?
Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) is crafted from gold, set with emeralds and diamonds, with attached pearls; enamel on reverse.
Is Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) in the public domain?
Forehead or Turban Ornament (tika) 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