Gown with a train

The Netherlands or France, c. 1806–1810, silk (tulle), gilt brass, silver

To meet the strict requirements set by the court in Paris, a court gown had to be decorated with gold lamé (thin strips of gold). This gown – meant to be worn at the court of Louis Napoleon in the Netherlands – is worked ‘merely’ with gilt brass. The accompanying silk stockings and shoes are also on view in this gallery.

  • Artwork typewomenswear, main garment, avondkleding, japon
  • Object numberBK-NM-12310-A
  • Dimensionslength 122.0 cm
  • Physical characteristicszijde, goud, zilver, koper