India (West Bengal, Calcutta, Khalighat) · ca. 1865–75
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1865–75
Painting is a paintings of India (West Bengal, Calcutta, Khalighat) origin created in ca. 1865–75 using ink, opaque watercolor, and silver paint on paper measuring 18 x 11 in. (45.7 x 27.9 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, and silver paint on paper |
| Dimensions | 18 x 11 in. (45.7 x 27.9 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund, Evelyn Kranes Kossak Gift, and funds from various donors, 2000 |
| Date | ca. 1865–75 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (West Bengal, Calcutta, Khalighat) culture. The estimated date range is 1855 – 1885.
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. 1865–75.
What material is Painting made from?
Painting is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, and silver paint 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