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Robe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale yellow dress, Robe by Paquin. A-line silhouette. Short sleeves with gathered cap. High neckline, square across top. Several layers of gathered fabric. Lace trim at hem. Scalloped edges. Delicate floral eyelet embroidery on the lower half. A long tie at the back.

Artwork details

Date:
1863
Medium:
cotton
Culture:
probably Scottish
Dimensions:
425 × 625 px
Museum record:
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