Costume & Textileslate 20th century

Overdress is a costume institute of Saudi origin created in late 20th century using silk, metal — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumsilk, metal
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Tamineh Sejaan Ferris, 1993
Datelate 20th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Saudi culture. The estimated date range is 1950 – 1993.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Overdress?

Overdress is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Overdress created?

Overdress dates to late 20th century.

What material is Overdress made from?

Overdress is crafted from silk, metal.

Is Overdress in the public domain?

Overdress 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

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