Costume & Textiles1800–1942Dress is a costume institute of Indian origin created in 1800–1942 using silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | silk |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Miss Jessie Franklin Turner, 1942 |
| Date | 1800–1942 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1800 – 1942.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dress?
Dress is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dress created?
Dress dates to 1800–1942.
What material is Dress made from?
Dress is crafted from silk.
Is Dress in the public domain?
Dress 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