Period: 1780
The rococo ball gown presented here, a robe à la francaise, is made of a silk lampas fabric in the 18th century chinoiserie pattern. The garnish consists of pleating and a padded border. A chemise is worn under the dress, the neckline and cuffs of which are trimmed with antique lace. The corset and small panier provide the appropriate shape.
The rococo dress was made according to an original cut.