Costume & Textileslate 19th centuryBlouse is a costume institute of Indian origin created in late 19th century using cotton, silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, silk |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Mrs. M.D.C. Crawford and Adelaide Goan, 1960 |
| Date | late 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1851 – 1899.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Blouse?
Blouse is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Blouse created?
Blouse dates to late 19th century.
What material is Blouse made from?
Blouse is crafted from cotton, silk.
Is Blouse in the public domain?
Blouse 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