Costume & Textileslate 19th century

Skirt is a costume institute of Romanian origin created in late 19th century using wool — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumwool
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Christine Valmy, 1981
Datelate 19th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Romanian culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1899.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Skirt?

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

When was Skirt created?

Skirt dates to late 19th century.

What material is Skirt made from?

Skirt is crafted from wool.

Is Skirt in the public domain?

Skirt 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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