Western India, Rajasthan, Kota · 1780
Asian ArtPaintings1780
By Sheikh Taju
Painting is a paintings of Western India, Rajasthan, Kota origin created in 1780 using ink and transparent watercolor on paper measuring 11 3/4 x 27 5/8 in. (29.8 x 70.2 cm) attributed to Sheikh Taju — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and transparent watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | 11 3/4 x 27 5/8 in. (29.8 x 70.2 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Promised Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky |
| Date | 1780 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Western India, Rajasthan, Kota culture. The estimated date range is 1780.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Painting?
Painting is housed in the Asian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Painting created?
Painting dates to 1780.
What material is Painting made from?
Painting is crafted from ink and transparent watercolor on paper.
Is Painting in the public domain?
Painting 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