British or Indian · 19th century

Flag of IndiaEuropean Sculpture and Decorative ArtsTextiles-Painted19th century

Piece is a textiles-painted of British or Indian origin created in 19th century using cotton measuring a: L. 26 1/2 x W. 22 1/4 inches 67.3 x 56.5 cm b: L. 16 1/4… — now part of the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton
Dimensionsa: L. 26 1/2 x W. 22 1/4 inches 67.3 x 56.5 cm b: L. 16 1/4 x W. 10 inches 41.3 x 25.4 cm
ClassificationTextiles-Painted
DepartmentEuropean Sculpture and Decorative Arts
Credit LineGift of William Sloane Coffin, 1926
Date19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the British or Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1899.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Piece?

Piece is housed in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Piece created?

Piece dates to 19th century.

What material is Piece made from?

Piece is crafted from cotton.

Is Piece in the public domain?

Piece 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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