European Sculpture and Decorative ArtsTextiles-Painted and Dyedfirst quarter 18th centuryLength of cotton is a textiles-painted and dyed of Indian, Coromandel Coast origin created in first quarter 18th century using cotton, painted resist and mordant, dyed measuring Overall: 153 x 46 in. (388.6 x 116.8 cm) — now part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton, painted resist and mordant, dyed |
| Dimensions | Overall: 153 x 46 in. (388.6 x 116.8 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles-Painted and Dyed |
| Department | European Sculpture and Decorative Arts |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund, and Gerald G. Stiebel and Werwaiss Family Charitable Trust Gifts, 2005 |
| Date | first quarter 18th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian, Coromandel Coast culture. The estimated date range is 1700 – 1725.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Length of cotton?
Length of cotton is housed in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Length of cotton created?
Length of cotton dates to first quarter 18th century.
What material is Length of cotton made from?
Length of cotton is crafted from cotton, painted resist and mordant, dyed.
Is Length of cotton in the public domain?
Length of cotton is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026