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Morning dress

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Full-length women's dress with long sleeves and a high neckline, made of floral-patterned fabric. The dress has a fitted bodice with a collar and buttons down the front. There are frills on the cuffs and a gathered skirt. The mannequin wearing the dress has a hairstyle pulled back, with a few strands hanging down. The mannequin's face is pale with minimal features and is wearing earrings. The background is a plain light purple color. The dress title is "Morning dress" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1844
Medium
wool
Culture
British
Dimensions
487 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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