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Robe à la française

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dress is long, full-length, and A-line shaped. The dress has a square neckline and long sleeves that are gathered at the cap and cuff. The sleeves are bell-shaped. The dress has light blue and white stripes. The dress has gold floral embroidery and gold trim. The dress has multiple rows of gathered fabric, also known as ruching or ruffles, on the bodice, skirt, and sleeves. The dress has a striped underskirt visible at the hem.

Artwork details

Date:
1774–93
Medium:
silk
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
449 × 625 px
Museum record:
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