Woman in Formal Dress, 1770s
This figure is wearing a robe a l'francaise featuring a low, wide necklimne and a pointed v-shaped bodice. The overskirt opened to reveal a matching underskirt. Both were supported on paniers, or hoops.
This type of elaborate gown was worn only at court and for formal occasions, such as attending the opera.
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