Film costume
Designer
Adrian
(1903 - 1959)
Maker
MGM
1938
Black velvet with gold metallic lace, sequins and tassels
Gift of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Inc.
Object number70.8.21
Hollywood movies helped construct a narrative of glamour around French fashion history. Adrian’s lavish costumes for "Marie Antoinette" (1938) provided a temporary escape from the realities of the Depression. This particular film costume was worn by Gladys George, who played Louis XV’s mistress, Madame Du Barry.
Description18th century French inspired dress in black velvet with wide border of gold metallic lace, appliqué, sequins and tassels; boned décolleté bodice with flared sleeves, skirt with wide panniers and train; costume for Gladys George in Marie AntoinetteCollections
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