Woman's evening dress
House of Worth
(French, 1858–1956)
1880–85
Object PlaceParis, France
Medium/TechniqueSilk satin, brocaded silk satin, embroidered silk net, silk moiré ribbon
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Robert Homans
Accession number46.203a-b
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Not on viewClassificationsCostumes
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ProvenancePurchased in Paris between 1858 - 1861 by the parents of Fanny Crowninshield, (Mrs. John Quincy Adams II), (1839 - 1911), Boston [see note 1]; 1911, by descent to her daughter, Mrs. Robert Homans, Boston; 1946, gift of Mrs. Homans to MFA [see note 2]. (Accession date: February 14, 1946)
NOTES:
[1] See "Fashion Show: Paris Style," Boston: MFA, 2006, pg. 59-60.
[2] In 1943, the MFA received eleven dresses from Mrs. Homans which were originally worn by her mother. Two were designed by Mme. Roger, Paris, the other nine, (including this example), by the House of Worth, Paris.
NOTES:
[1] See "Fashion Show: Paris Style," Boston: MFA, 2006, pg. 59-60.
[2] In 1943, the MFA received eleven dresses from Mrs. Homans which were originally worn by her mother. Two were designed by Mme. Roger, Paris, the other nine, (including this example), by the House of Worth, Paris.
mid-19th century
Probably 19th century or 20th century
Probably 19th century or 20th century
early 20th century