French Dress with Bustle and Islamic-Inspired Calligraphy

ca. 1877
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 803
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: French Dress with Bustle and Islamic-Inspired Calligraphy
  • Date: ca. 1877
  • Medium: Cream silk organza, yellow silk faille, silk fringe, and chiffon
  • Dimensions: Bodice circumference: 34" at the bust and 25" at the waist
    Bodice length:13" from center back neck to waist
    Skirt: 41 1/2" long from waist to hem, with an additional 10" train at the back.
    The hips are unfitted
  • Classification: Costumes
  • Curatorial Department: European Paintings