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Housecoat
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Housecoat

anonymous · c. 1740 - c. 1760 · chintz; chintz; cotton (textile); chelas

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

The material used for this robe was most likely painted in North-West India. The colour scheme with the yellow ground and floral motifs is typical of this region. It has a braid-and-button cross-fastening. The lining, not visible here, is red cotton with white checks.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
kamerjasbanyansjamberloukmenswearmain garment
Credit lineHousecoat. c. 1740 - c. 1760. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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