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Robe à l'anglaise

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dress is a long, formal gown with a floral pattern. The dress has a square neckline and short sleeves. The bodice is backless and sleeveless in the back. The dress is primarily beige with a floral pattern in shades of red, yellow, blue, and green. The skirt is gathered at the waist and falls in folds to the floor, slightly longer in the back. A large bow is tied on the left side of the waist. The dress appears to be made of a lightweight material, possibly silk or cotton. The mannequin is white and headless. The background is plain white. The title of the dress is "Robe à l'anglaise" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1725–50
Medium
linen, silk
Culture
British
Dimensions
356 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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