Islamic ArtMetal1982
By Zarina
Houses is a metal created in 1982 using cast paper flecked with 22-karat gold leaf measuring Height: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm) Width: 13 1/2 in. (34.3… attributed to Zarina — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cast paper flecked with 22-karat gold leaf |
| Dimensions | Height: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm) Width: 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm) Depth: 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) |
| Classification | Metal |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | On loan from Zarina |
| Date | 1982 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Houses?
Houses is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Houses created?
Houses dates to 1982.
What material is Houses made from?
Houses is crafted from cast paper flecked with 22-karat gold leaf.
Is Houses in the public domain?
Houses 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