Costume & Textiles1930s–40s
Wedding dress is a costume institute of Middle Eastern (Palestinian) origin created in 1930s–40s using cotton, silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | cotton, silk |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Helen C. Tomkins, 1990 |
| Date | 1930s–40s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Middle Eastern (Palestinian) culture. The estimated date range is 1930 – 1949.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Wedding dress?
Wedding dress is housed in the Costume Institute department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Wedding dress created?
Wedding dress dates to 1930s–40s.
What material is Wedding dress made from?
Wedding dress is crafted from cotton, silk.
Is Wedding dress in the public domain?
Wedding dress 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