Evening dress
Georges Doeuillet began his career as a silk merchant and then found his way to fashion design. He is recognized for his highly detailed and elaborate dresses, which he modeled on live mannequins, a growing trend during the teens. In 1928/1929, after his death, the House of Doeuillet was merged with the House of Doucet.
The evening dress featured here is a glamorous French couture piece and a tour de force of beadwork. Worn by one of New York's society ladies, Mrs. Frederick H. Prince, Jr., this gown would have made a stunning entrance at any social event.
The evening dress featured here is a glamorous French couture piece and a tour de force of beadwork. Worn by one of New York's society ladies, Mrs. Frederick H. Prince, Jr., this gown would have made a stunning entrance at any social event.
Artwork Details
- Title: Evening dress
- Design House: Doeuillet
- Designer: Georges Doeuillet (French, 1865–1929)
- Date: 1910–13
- Culture: French
- Medium: silk, rhinestones
- Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. Frederick H. Prince, Jr., 1967
- Object Number: 2009.300.1338
- Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute
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