Robe à l'anglaise

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dress is a full-length, formal gown known as Robe à l'anglaise by an unknown artist. The dress has a floor-length, full skirt made of beige fabric with a floral pattern. The skirt is gathered at the waist and falls in folds to the floor. The bodice is fitted with a low back and a white lace collar. The sleeves are long and fitted. The dress has a bow at the back and a sash tied around the waist. The dress is displayed on a headless, white mannequin with white gloves. The background is a plain gray color.