American Decorative ArtsTextilesca. 1765

Palampor is a textiles of India (Coromandel Coast), for the European market origin created in ca. 1765 using cotton (painted resist and mordant, dyed) with overpainting measuring 112 1/2 × 88 1/2 in. (285.8 × 224.8 cm) — now part of the American Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton (painted resist and mordant, dyed) with overpainting
Dimensions112 1/2 × 88 1/2 in. (285.8 × 224.8 cm)
ClassificationTextiles
DepartmentAmerican Decorative Arts
Credit LineHistoric Cherry Hill
Dateca. 1765

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India (Coromandel Coast), for the European market culture. The estimated date range is 1760 – 1770.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Palampor?

Palampor is housed in the American Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Palampor created?

Palampor dates to ca. 1765.

What material is Palampor made from?

Palampor is crafted from cotton (painted resist and mordant, dyed) with overpainting.

Is Palampor in the public domain?

Palampor 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

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