Musical InstrumentsIdiophone-Concussionmid-20th centurySuknyen is a idiophone-concussion of Tibetan or Indian origin created in mid-20th century using metal, fabric, leather measuring Total Diam. 36.7cm (14 7/16in.), Diam. of boss 6.7cm (2… — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Metal, fabric, leather |
| Dimensions | Total Diam. 36.7cm (14 7/16in.), Diam. of boss 6.7cm (2 5/8in.), Total H. 8.1cm (3 3/16in.), H. of boss 3.5cm (1 3/8in.) |
| Classification | Idiophone-Concussion |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1980 |
| Date | mid-20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tibetan or Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1960.
Geography
Origin: Tibet|China|India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Suknyen?
Suknyen is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Suknyen created?
Suknyen dates to mid-20th century.
What material is Suknyen made from?
Suknyen is crafted from metal, fabric, leather.
Where does Suknyen originate?
Suknyen originates from Tibet|China|India (Tibetan or Indian culture).
Is Suknyen in the public domain?
Suknyen 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