Costume & Textiles1940s–50sWedding dress is a costume institute of Syrian origin created in 1940s–50s using silk — now part of the Costume Institute collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | silk |
| Department | Costume Institute |
| Credit Line | Gift of Dr. Marilyn Jenkins-Madina, in memory of her mother, Margaret Pyle Jenkins, 2008 |
| Date | 1940s–50s |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Syrian culture. The estimated date range is 1940 – 1959.
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 1940s–50s.
What material is Wedding dress made from?
Wedding dress is crafted from 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