Flag of IndiaCostume & Textilesearly 20th century

Headdress is a costume institute of Indian origin created in early 20th century using cotton, metallic — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, metallic
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LinePurchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 1952
Dateearly 20th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.

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 early 20th century.

What material is Headdress made from?

Headdress is crafted from cotton, metallic.

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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