Costume & Textiles1880sDance slippers is a costume institute of Turkish origin created in 1880s using silk, leather, metal, vellum — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | silk, leather, metal, vellum |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Luigino Rossi, 1997 |
| Date | 1880s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1880 – 1889.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dance slippers?
Dance slippers is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dance slippers created?
Dance slippers dates to 1880s.
What material is Dance slippers made from?
Dance slippers is crafted from silk, leather, metal, vellum.
Is Dance slippers in the public domain?
Dance slippers is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026