Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtTextiles1640–50

Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging is a textiles Golconda from India created in 1640–50 using cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist dyed measuring Textile: 90 15/16 in. × 76 in. (231 × 193 cm) Mount: 96… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist dyed
DimensionsTextile: 90 15/16 in. × 76 in. (231 × 193 cm) Mount: 96 7/16 × 81 1/2 × 13/16 in. (245 × 207 × 2 cm)
ClassificationTextiles
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineVictoria and Albert Museum, London
Date1640–50

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Golconda, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging?

Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging created?

Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging dates to 1640–50.

What material is Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging made from?

Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging is crafted from cotton; plain weave, mordant-painted and dyed, resist dyed.

Where does Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging originate?

Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging originates from India.

Is Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging in the public domain?

Panel from a Kalamkari Tent Hanging 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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