Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant
Flag of IndiaIslamic ArtCodicesca. 1790

By Venkatchellum

Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant is a codices Hyderabad from India created in ca. 1790 using opaque watercolor and gold on paper measuring Page: H. 18 3/4 in. (47.6 cm) W. 14 1/8 in… attributed to Venkatchellum — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumOpaque watercolor and gold on paper
DimensionsPage: H. 18 3/4 in. (47.6 cm) W. 14 1/8 in. (35.9 cm) Mat (standard size c): H. 22 in. (55.9 cm) W. 28 in. (71.1 cm)
ClassificationCodices
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LinePurchase, Friends of Islamic Art Gifts and Shamina Talyarkhan Gift, 2008
Dateca. 1790

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Hyderabad, India. Flag of India

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant?

Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant created?

Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant dates to ca. 1790.

What material is Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant made from?

Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant is crafted from opaque watercolor and gold on paper.

Where does Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant originate?

Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant originates from India.

Is Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant in the public domain?

Three Noblemen in Procession on an Elephant is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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