

Evening dress
The image shows a black and white photograph of an evening dress by an unknown artist. The dress is on a headless mannequin. The dress has a wide neckline and short sleeves. The bodice is dark-colored with a lighter-colored trim. The skirt is full and falls in multiple layers. The layers have horizontal stripes and some appear to have ruffles. The mannequin is holding a small clutch purse. The mannequin is wearing a head covering. The background is a plain wall.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 1856–58
- Medium:
- silk, cotton, wool
- Culture:
- British
- Dimensions:
- 424 × 625 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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