Flag of MyanmarCostume & Textilesearly 20th century

Tunic is a costume institute of Burmese origin created in early 20th century using cotton — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcotton
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Richard Martin, 1993
Dateearly 20th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Burmese culture. The estimated date range is 1900 – 1925.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Tunic?

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

When was Tunic created?

Tunic dates to early 20th century.

What material is Tunic made from?

Tunic is crafted from cotton.

Is Tunic in the public domain?

Tunic 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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