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Mantuas

Scope note

Loose, gownlike garments open at the front, with a pleated and fitted bodice, very short sleeves, and added cuffs. Worn belted at the waist and with its long train draped at the hips to reveal the front of the petticoat below.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000209837

Broader Terms used

main garments

Created

13yrs ago

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