Painting

India (Pahari Hills, Kangra) · ca. 1800

Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1800

Painting is a paintings of India (Pahari Hills, Kangra) origin created in ca. 1800 using ink and wash with translucent watercolor on paper measuring 10 1/2 x 12 5/8 in. (26.7 x 32.1 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumInk and wash with translucent watercolor on paper
Dimensions10 1/2 x 12 5/8 in. (26.7 x 32.1 cm)
ClassificationPaintings
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LineGift of Subhash Kapoor, in memory of his parents, Smt Shashi Kanta and Shree Parshotam Ram Kapoor, 2008
Dateca. 1800

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Pahari 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 and wash with translucent watercolor 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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