Ball gown

Maison Pingat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The ball gown is by Maison Pingat. The dress is a light beige or cream color. The dress has a full, flared skirt that falls to the floor. The skirt is decorated with two black and gold hanging pockets. The top of the dress has a low neckline and short sleeves. The top is trimmed with black beading and tassels. The dress is on a white mannequin with no head or feet. The background is dark gray, becoming lighter at the bottom. The dress appears to be made of a shiny fabric, possibly satin or silk. The hem of the dress is trimmed with black beading. The pockets are attached to the skirt with black straps. The pockets have a black and gold striped design and a tassel trim. The mannequin's hands are placed on the skirt.