Flag of EgyptCostume & Textiles1946–49

Uniform is a costume institute of Egyptian origin created in 1946–49 using rayon, cotton — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumrayon, cotton
DepartmentCostume Institute
Credit LineGift of Marvin B. Patterson (Mrs. Jefferson Patterson), 1978
Date1946–49

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Egyptian culture. The estimated date range is 1946 – 1949.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Uniform?

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

When was Uniform created?

Uniform dates to 1946–49.

What material is Uniform made from?

Uniform is crafted from rayon, cotton.

Is Uniform in the public domain?

Uniform 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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