Costume & Textilesearly 20th century
Apron is a costume institute of Romanian origin created in early 20th century using hemp, cotton, wool — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | hemp, cotton, wool |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Gregoire Cavafu in memory of his mother Armenouhi Edirnelian-Cavafu, Romania, 1986 |
| Date | early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Romanian culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Apron?
Apron is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Apron created?
Apron dates to early 20th century.
What material is Apron made from?
Apron is crafted from hemp, cotton, wool.
Is Apron in the public domain?
Apron is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026