India (Pahari Hills, Kangra) · ca. 1785–90
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1785–90
By Nainsukh|Fattu (Indian)
Painting is a paintings of India (Pahari Hills, Kangra) origin created in ca. 1785–90 using ochre on paper measuring Image (sight): 5 1/2 x 8 1/8 in. (14 x 20.6 cm) Framed: 16… attributed to Nainsukh|Fattu (Indian) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ochre on paper |
| Dimensions | Image (sight): 5 1/2 x 8 1/8 in. (14 x 20.6 cm) Framed: 16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Subhash Kapoor, in memory of his parents, Smt Shashi Kanta and Shree Parshotam Ram Kapoor, 2008 |
| Date | ca. 1785–90 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Pahari Hills, Kangra) culture. The estimated date range is 1785 – 1790.
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. 1785–90.
What material is Painting made from?
Painting is crafted from ochre 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