Costume & Textilesearly 1900sJacket is a costume institute of Burmese (Kachin) origin created in early 1900s using cotton, dog hair, wool, shell — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, dog hair, wool, shell |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 2002 |
| Date | early 1900s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Burmese (Kachin) culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Jacket?
Jacket is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Jacket created?
Jacket dates to early 1900s.
What material is Jacket made from?
Jacket is crafted from cotton, dog hair, wool, shell.
Is Jacket in the public domain?
Jacket 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