Fashion Study: Woman in a Green Dress 19th century

This anonymous 19th-century watercolor depicts a woman in a fashionably elaborate green dress. The detail of the frills and lace on the dress showcases the craftsmanship of the artist, and the overall design offers a glimpse into the fashion of the period. The piece, which is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a fine example of fashion illustration, a genre that was popular in the 19th century as a way to document and promote new trends.