Asian ArtPhotographsca. 1870s

By Unknown

Visiting card is a photographs of India origin created in ca. 1870s using albumen print measuring Overall: 3 5/16 x 2 1/16 in. (8.4 x 5.3 cm) attributed to Unknown — now part of the Asian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumAlbumen print
DimensionsOverall: 3 5/16 x 2 1/16 in. (8.4 x 5.3 cm)
ClassificationPhotographs
DepartmentAsian Art
Credit LineLent by Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation, The City Palace Complex, Udaipur
Dateca. 1870s

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the India culture. The estimated date range is 1870 – 1879.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Visiting card?

Visiting card is housed in the Asian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Visiting card created?

Visiting card dates to ca. 1870s.

What material is Visiting card made from?

Visiting card is crafted from albumen print.

Is Visiting card in the public domain?

Visiting card 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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