Costume & Textilesca. 1875Sari is a costume institute of Indian origin created in ca. 1875 using silk, metallic thread — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | silk, metallic thread |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Catharine Breyer Van Bomel Foundation Fund, 1978 |
| Date | ca. 1875 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1870 – 1880.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sari?
Sari is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sari created?
Sari dates to ca. 1875.
What material is Sari made from?
Sari is crafted from silk, metallic thread.
Is Sari in the public domain?
Sari is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026