Islamic ArtWoodca.1600Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market is a wood probably Ahmedabad from India created in ca.1600 using wood (teak); veneered with ebony, inlaid ivory, and lac measuring H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) W. 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm) D. 5 11/16… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood (teak); veneered with ebony, inlaid ivory, and lac |
| Dimensions | H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm) W. 13 1/2 in. (34.3 cm) D. 5 11/16 in. (14.5 cm) Wt. 40.2 oz. (1139.8 g) |
| Classification | Wood |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Cynthia Hazen Polsky and Leon B. Polsky Fund, 2000 |
| Date | ca.1600 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: probably Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market?
Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market created?
Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market dates to ca.1600.
What material is Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market made from?
Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market is crafted from wood (teak); veneered with ebony, inlaid ivory, and lac.
Where does Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market originate?
Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market originates from India.
Is Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market in the public domain?
Inlaid Box for the Portuguese Market is in the public domain and can be freely used.