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Dress

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dress by designer unknown titled "Dress" is a full-length, off-the-shoulder ball gown made of yellow fabric. The dress has a fitted, boned bodice with a sweetheart neckline and short, ruffled sleeves. The skirt is gathered at the waist and falls in soft folds to the floor. The dress is made of a smooth, shiny fabric that appears to be silk or satin. The color is a vibrant, bright yellow. The dress is displayed on a headless mannequin or form, with no visible fasteners or embellishments. The background is a plain white surface.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-19th century
Medium
silk
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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