
Mantua consists of two parts, an open robe with attached train, and a petticoat. The silk is from Spital fields, London. It has a flush pattern to the ground, and is brocaded with sprigs of coloured flowers.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Court mantua, 1750–1760
Date supported
1995
Medium and material
Silk brocade
Dimensions
130 x 214 cm
Grant
30000
Total cost
78826
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