Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtMetalca. 1600

Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine is a metal probably Golconda from India created in ca. 1600 using chased and worked silver with niello-type inlay measuring H. 1 5/8 in. (4.2 cm) Diam. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) Wt. 4.2 oz… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumChased and worked silver with niello-type inlay
DimensionsH. 1 5/8 in. (4.2 cm) Diam. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) Wt. 4.2 oz. (112 g)
ClassificationMetal
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePrivate Collection, London
Dateca. 1600

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: probably Golconda, Deccan, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine?

Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine created?

Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine dates to ca. 1600.

What material is Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine made from?

Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine is crafted from chased and worked silver with niello-type inlay.

Where does Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine originate?

Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine originates from India.

Is Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine in the public domain?

Silver Box with Animals in a Scrolling Vine 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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