Asian ArtMetalworkca. 1700Pan box is a metalwork of India (Deccan) origin created in ca. 1700 using bidri (zinc alloy with inlay of brass and silver) measuring H. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); L. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm); D. 4 1/2… — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bidri (zinc alloy with inlay of brass and silver) |
| Dimensions | H. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); L. 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm); D. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Florence and Herbert Irving Gift, 1997 |
| Date | ca. 1700 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India (Deccan) culture. The estimated date range is 1690 – 1710.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pan box?
Pan box is housed in the Asian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pan box created?
Pan box dates to ca. 1700.
What material is Pan box made from?
Pan box is crafted from bidri (zinc alloy with inlay of brass and silver).
Is Pan box in the public domain?
Pan box is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026