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Morning dress

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cream-colored long dress with a high neckline and long sleeves. The dress is composed of multiple layers, with a fitted bodice featuring lace details and a full, pleated skirt. The sleeves are bell-shaped with lace trim at the cuffs. A ruffled collar and additional lace decorations adorn the dress. The dress is displayed on a headless white mannequin.

Artwork details

Date:
1880s
Medium:
cotton
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
367 × 625 px
Museum record:
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