Sarafan (Gala Costume)
Unknown
18th century
Medium
Silk, compound weave; brocaded; gilt galloon; gilt buttons with silk cord loops
Dimensions
141.3 × 86.4 cm (55 5/8 × 34 in.) Hem circumference: 362.6 cm (142 3/4 in.)
Classification
textile
Department
Textiles
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
29825
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...