Description:
Woman's 18th-century open robe made from yellow and white damask-weave silk that was altered significantly, and partially unassembled, perhaps in the 19th or 20th century. The fashion fabric features chinoiserie-inspired motifs, and may date to the first quarter of the 18th century. Inside the robe is lined with a combination of ombre-striped silk and unbleached, plain weave (dark brown) linen. The sleeve flounces are lined with a modern blue silk.

Subjects:
Textile fabrics; Linen; polychrome; Silk

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