Islamic ArtPaintingsca. 1777–82By Bhawani Das
Great Indian Fruit Bat is a paintings Calcutta from India created in ca. 1777–82 using pencil, ink, and opaque watercolor on paper measuring Painting: Ht. 23 1/2 in. (59.7 cm) W. 32… attributed to Bhawani Das — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pencil, ink, and opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting: Ht. 23 1/2 in. (59.7 cm) W. 32 3/4 in. (83.2 cm) Mat size: Ht. 27 1/4 in. (69.2 cm) W. 35 1/2 in. (90.2 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Anonymous Gift, Cynthia Hazen Polsky Gift, Virginia G. LeCount Bequest, in memory of The LeCount Family, 2007 Benefit Fund, Louis V. Bell, Harris Brisbane Dick, Fletcher, and Rogers Funds and Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, and Gift of Dr. Mortimer D. Sackler, Theresa Sackler and Family, 2008 |
| Date | ca. 1777–82 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Calcutta, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Great Indian Fruit Bat?
Great Indian Fruit Bat is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Great Indian Fruit Bat created?
Great Indian Fruit Bat dates to ca. 1777–82.
What material is Great Indian Fruit Bat made from?
Great Indian Fruit Bat is crafted from pencil, ink, and opaque watercolor on paper.
Where does Great Indian Fruit Bat originate?
Great Indian Fruit Bat originates from India.
Is Great Indian Fruit Bat in the public domain?
Great Indian Fruit Bat is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026