Art Funded by you
Tent of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore
Later Moghul, 1725–1750
The tent is made from four separate sections. In contrast to the plain-coloured fabric of the exterior, the interior is highly decorative, consisting of panels with repeated acanthus-cusped niches, with vases of symmetrical flower heads and stems.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Tent of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, 1725–1750
Date supported
1999
Medium and material
Chintz
Grant
70000
Total cost
250000
Content note: This object record is part of our archive and has not been updated since it was first published. It may contain inaccurate information or outdated language. Please get in touch if you think this record should be amended.
Get a National Art Pass and explore Powis Castle and Garden
You'll see more art and your membership will help museums across the UK
National Art Pass offers available at Powis Castle and Garden
Free entry
Art Funded by you FAQs
Why is this object record marked 'archive'?
Where can I see this work of art? Is it on display?
What is Art Fund's purpose?
How is Art Fund funded?
What type of funding do you offer?
What does the acquisition grants programme support and who can apply?
How many works of art has Art Fund helped museums to acquire?
I’m a curator/researcher/arts professional and would like to find out more about this work, how do I get in touch?
I’m a journalist and would like to contact Art Fund about this work, how do I get in touch?
I would like to donate a work of art to a museum. What do I need to do?
I'd like to leave a gift to Art Fund in my will. How can I do this?
Contact us
If you have a question about a work of art in our archive, please contact the Programmes team. We’ll be happy to answer your enquiry.