India (Rajasthan, Sawar) · mid-18th century
Asian ArtPaintingsmid-18th century
Painting is a paintings of India (Rajasthan, Sawar) origin created in mid-18th century using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring Image (sight): 6 x 4 1/2 in. (15.2 x 11.4 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | Image (sight): 6 x 4 1/2 in. (15.2 x 11.4 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 | mid-18th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Rajasthan, Sawar) culture. The estimated date range is 1736 – 1770.
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 mid-18th century.
What material is Painting made from?
Painting is crafted from ink and opaque 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