Costume & Textilesearly 20th century

Suit is a costume institute of Algerian origin created in early 20th 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 Mrs. Archibald D. Davis, 1948
Dateearly 20th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Algerian culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1948.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Suit?

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

When was Suit created?

Suit dates to early 20th century.

What material is Suit made from?

Suit is crafted from wool.

Is Suit in the public domain?

Suit 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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