Afternoon bodice 1894 - 1896

This black and white striped "Afternoon bodice" is a fine example of the work produced by the House of Worth, a renowned Parisian fashion house founded in 1858 by Charles Frederick Worth. The bodice, designed between 1894 and 1896, features a fitted waist and exaggerated, puffed sleeves. The House of Worth produced clothing for the elite during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and their garments are still admired for their quality and elegance. This particular bodice, on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, embodies the fashion of the era, with its intricate design and high-quality materials.