Culture912 worksIndian is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 912 works spanning 1401 – 2000, mostly housed in the Arms and Armor department. Notable forms include daggers.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 912 |
| Top Department | Costume Institute |
| Top Classification | Aerophone-Whistle Flute-flageolet |
Notable Works
Accessory set
Aerophone-Whistle Flute-flageoletAlgoja
Aerophone-Whistle Flute-flageoletAlgoja
Hybrid HoldingsAnandalahari
Angarkha
Archery Equipment-Archer's RingArcher's Ring
Archery Equipment-Archer's RingArcher's Ring

Armor PartsArm Guard (Dastana)
Bangle bracelet
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Indian are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 912 works related to Indian.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026