Flag of IndiaCostume & Textiles19th century

Headdress is a costume institute of Indian origin created in 19th century using turquoise, coral, metal, cotton — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumturquoise, coral, metal, cotton
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Muriel Kallis Newman, 2008
Date19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1899.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Headdress?

Headdress is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Headdress created?

Headdress dates to 19th century.

What material is Headdress made from?

Headdress is crafted from turquoise, coral, metal, cotton.

Is Headdress in the public domain?

Headdress 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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