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Ball gown

Madame Elise

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red ball gown with black embroidery, short sleeves, and a sweetheart neckline trimmed with gold. The dress features multiple diagonal bands of gathered fabric and embroidery across the bodice and skirt. A gathered and ruffled hem. Displayed on a white mannequin. Ball gown by Madame Elise.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1875
Medium:
silk, cotton
Culture:
British
Dimensions:
364 × 625 px
Museum record:
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