Painting

India (Punjab Hills, Basohli) · ca. 1690

Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1690

Painting is a paintings of India (Punjab Hills, Basohli) origin created in ca. 1690 using ink, opaque watercolor, and silver on paper measuring Image: 5 5/8 x 4 5/8 in. (14.3 x 11.7 cm) Page: 7 1/4 x 6… — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk, opaque watercolor, and silver on paper
DimensionsImage: 5 5/8 x 4 5/8 in. (14.3 x 11.7 cm) Page: 7 1/4 x 6 1/4 in. (18.4 x 15.9 cm)
ClassificationPaintings
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Cynthia Hazen Polsky Gift, 2000
Dateca. 1690

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Punjab Hills, Basohli) culture. The estimated date range is 1680 – 1700.

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 ca. 1690.

What material is Painting made from?

Painting is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and silver on paper.

Is Painting in the public domain?

Painting is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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