Musical InstrumentsIdiophone-Concussionlate 19th–early 20th centuryTala is a idiophone-concussion of Indian origin created in late 19th–early 20th century measuring Diam. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Dimensions | Diam. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm) |
| Classification | Idiophone-Concussion |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1870 – 1905.
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Tala?
Tala is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Tala created?
Tala dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
Where does Tala originate?
Tala originates from India (Indian culture).
Is Tala in the public domain?
Tala 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