Culture5 worksCentral Indian is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 5 works spanning 1601 – 1900, mostly housed in the Arms and Armor department. Notable forms include firearms-guns-matchlock.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 5 |
| Top Department | Arms and Armor |
| Top Classification | Firearms-Guns-Matchlock |
Notable Works
HelmetsHelmet
GS
SwordsGauntlet Sword (Pata)
MG
Firearms-Guns-MatchlockMatchlock Gun (Toradar)
MG
Firearms-Guns-MatchlockMatchlock Gun (Toradat)
PO
MailPair of Shoes of Mail and Plates
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Central Indian are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 5 works related to Central Indian.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026