North India, Punjab Hills, Kangra · ca. 1800
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1800
Painting is a paintings of North India, Punjab Hills, Kangra origin created in ca. 1800 using ink, opaque watercolor, gold and silver on paper measuring Image: 9 7/8 x 14 1/8 in. (25.1 x 35.8 cm) Framed: 16 5/16… — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink, opaque watercolor, gold and silver on paper |
| Dimensions | Image: 9 7/8 x 14 1/8 in. (25.1 x 35.8 cm) Framed: 16 5/16 x 21 3/8 in. (41.4 x 54.3 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Cynthia Hazen Polsky and Leon B. Polsky Fund, 2002 |
| Date | ca. 1800 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the North India, Punjab Hills, Kangra culture. The estimated date range is 1790 – 1810.
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. 1800.
What material is Painting made from?
Painting is crafted from ink, opaque watercolor, gold 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