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Robe à la Polonaise

Date1775-1780, altered later

Medium(All Materials Identified by Microscope) Green and Salmon Striped Silk (Exterior); Linen (Lining); Silk Threads (Construction); Linen Threads (Alterations)

DimensionsLength: 44"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number2006-42

DescriptionWoman's fitted gown the meets at center front and flys back away from the wearer, a style of gown known as the Robe à la Polonaise. It is made in a green and salmon silk striped with ribbed and supplementary warp. Rounded neckline with center-front tied closure (replaced ties). Sleeves cupped over elbows with ruched self-fabric trim. Skirt has striped ribbon straps stitched to the interior, intended for hooking up in polonaise to thread eyelets stitched to the outer skirt. Bodice and sleeves lined with glazed plain-woven linen. The gown would have closed with a false waistcoat front or a stomacher that is wider on the bottom and narrower at top. Evidence of alterations at a later date.

Construction History:
1. 1775-1780: Initial Construction
2. Unknown Date: Altered
MarkingsMarked "183" in ink.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of Tasha Tudor.