Costume Study for Blonde in the "Abduction from the Seraglio" by W.A. Mozart 1830 - 1850

Johann Georg Christoph Fries's "Costume Study for Blonde in the 'Abduction from the Seraglio' by W.A. Mozart" is a watercolor on paper depicting a female figure wearing a costume for the opera "The Abduction from the Seraglio". The study, created between 1830 and 1850, captures the elegant detail of the character's attire, including a white veil, a long brown braid, and a colorful sash around the waist. This artwork serves as a valuable record of the costumes designed for the opera and provides a glimpse into the artistic style of the 19th century. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.