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Dress

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dress by unknown artist. The dress is long and made of a tan fabric with a floral pattern featuring pink, red, green, and blue flowers. The dress has a scoop neckline and 3/4 length sleeves. The sleeves are gathered at the cap and have a slight bell shape. The bodice is fitted and has a waistline that is slightly raised in the back. The skirt is full and flared, with a train in the back. The dress appears to be made of a lightweight material, possibly silk or cotton. The mannequin is white and headless, with a smooth, featureless body. The background is a plain off-white color.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1780
Medium
silk
Culture
British
Dimensions
392 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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