Musical InstrumentsChordophone-Lute-plucked-fretted1997By Murari Adhikari (Indian)
Sitar is a chordophone-lute-plucked-fretted Calcutta of Indian origin created in 1997 using teak, ebony, metal, bone, various materials measuring 49 × 13 1/2 × 12 3/16 in. (124.5 × 34.3 × 31 cm) attributed to Murari Adhikari (Indian) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Teak, ebony, metal, bone, various materials |
| Dimensions | 49 × 13 1/2 × 12 3/16 in. (124.5 × 34.3 × 31 cm) |
| Classification | Chordophone-Lute-plucked-fretted |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | Gift of Steven Landsberg, 1999 |
| Date | 1997 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1997.
Geography
Origin: Calcutta, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sitar?
Sitar is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sitar created?
Sitar dates to 1997.
What material is Sitar made from?
Sitar is crafted from teak, ebony, metal, bone, various materials.
Where does Sitar originate?
Sitar originates from India (Indian culture).
Is Sitar in the public domain?
Sitar 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