Flag of IndiaCostume & Textilesca. 1915

By House of Nawhab Manjeel (Indian)

Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari is a costume institute of Indian origin created in ca. 1915 using cotton, gold, silver attributed to House of Nawhab Manjeel (Indian) — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, gold, silver
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Sulata Sarkar, in memory of Rai Renulabasu, 1995
Dateca. 1915

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1910 – 1920.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari?

Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari created?

Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari dates to ca. 1915.

What material is Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari made from?

Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari is crafted from cotton, gold, silver.

Is Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari in the public domain?

Gul Bahar Dhakai Sari 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

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