Islamic ArtCodicesca. 1800The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow is a codices Lucknow from India created in ca. 1800 using ink and opaque watercolor on paper measuring Painting: H. 22 1/8 in. (56.2 cm) W. 15… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ink and opaque watercolor on paper |
| Dimensions | Painting: H. 22 1/8 in. (56.2 cm) W. 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm) |
| Classification | Codices |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts, 2008 |
| Date | ca. 1800 |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Lucknow, India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow?
The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow created?
The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow dates to ca. 1800.
What material is The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow made from?
The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow is crafted from ink and opaque watercolor on paper.
Where does The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow originate?
The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow originates from India.
Is The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow in the public domain?
The Bara Imambara Complex at Lucknow is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026