India (Punjab Hills, Bahu) · ca. 1700
Asian ArtPaintingsca. 1700
Painting is a paintings of India (Punjab Hills, Bahu) origin created in ca. 1700 using opaque watercolor with silver and gold on paper measuring 8 1/2 x 13 in. (21.6 x 33 cm) — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Opaque watercolor with silver and gold on paper |
| Dimensions | 8 1/2 x 13 in. (21.6 x 33 cm) |
| Classification | Paintings |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Lent by Cynthia Hazen Polsky |
| Date | ca. 1700 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Punjab Hills, Bahu) culture. The estimated date range is 1690 – 1710.
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. 1700.
What material is Painting made from?
Painting is crafted from opaque watercolor with silver and gold on paper.
Is Painting in the public domain?
Painting is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026