Flag of IndiaCostume & Textilesmid-20th century

Skirt is a costume institute of Indian origin created in mid-20th century using cotton, mica — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, mica
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard M. Lederer Jr., 1977
Datemid-20th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1925 – 1975.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Skirt?

Skirt is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Skirt created?

Skirt dates to mid-20th century.

What material is Skirt made from?

Skirt is crafted from cotton, mica.

Is Skirt in the public domain?

Skirt 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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