Flag of MyanmarCostume & Textilesearly 1900s

Skirt is a costume institute of Burmese (Kachin) origin created in early 1900s using cotton, dog hair — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton, dog hair
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LinePurchase, Irene Lewisohn Bequest, 2002
Dateearly 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 Skirt?

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

When was Skirt created?

Skirt dates to early 1900s.

What material is Skirt made from?

Skirt is crafted from cotton, dog hair.

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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