Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) is a textiles of India, for the French market origin created in mid-18th century using cotton (printed and painted resist and mordant, dyed) with applied gold leaf… measuring height: 55.9; width: 67.7 in (142 x 172 cm) — now part of the American Decorative Arts collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton (printed and painted resist and mordant, dyed) with applied gold leaf, silk lining |
| Dimensions | height: 55.9; width: 67.7 in (142 x 172 cm) |
| Classification | Textiles |
| Department | American Decorative Arts |
| Credit Line | Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of the Textile Arts Club |
| Date | mid-18th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the India, for the French market culture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan)?
Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) is housed in the American Decorative Arts department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) created?
Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) dates to mid-18th century.
What material is Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) made from?
Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) is crafted from cotton (printed and painted resist and mordant, dyed) with applied gold leaf, silk lining.
Is Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) in the public domain?
Man’s Morning Gown (Banyan) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.