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Robe à la française

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Robe à la française by , dress has a low, square neckline and front closure. Short, wide sleeves are tied with a bow and gathered into a puff at the cap. The skirt is floor length and has a deep front panel that curves outward on either side. The dress is made of silk brocade in a muted pink and gold floral pattern. A mannequin displays the dress against a plain background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1760
Medium:
silk, metal thread
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
442 × 625 px
Museum record:
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