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DepartmentTextiles-Asia

Woman's Wedding Dress

NameWoman's Wedding Dress

CulturePashtun, Pathan

Datepre-1973

Place madeAfghanistan, South Asia, Asia

Mediumsilk (probably), glass beads

Dimensions49 × 65 3/4 in. (124.5 × 167 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, Gift of John L. Goodwin, FA.1973.29.1

Object numberFA.1973.29.1

Collections

Beadwork

DescriptionFairly contemporary. High-waisted, with gathered skirt and wide sleeves, the hem and sleeves being machine-embroidered. Skirt is of blue brocade, probably of fabric made in China. The bodice consists of a square embroidered insert.

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