1780 Magdalena Rudenschöld Walking Dress reflecting the 1850s preference for

reflecting the 1850s preference for strong vertical structure combined with decorative botanical elements

aligning with the visual traditions that shaped 19th-century design

floral balance

This design is dedicated to Marie de Rohan

1780 Magdalena Rudenschöld Walking Dress reflecting the 1850s preference for17881790 French Textile for Late 18th Century Gowns Inspired by an original textile preserved in The Metropolitan Museum of Art collections, this design is based on a French printed cotton dated circa 17881790. The original fragment reflects the refined elegance of the late eighteenth century a period where textile patterns moved toward lighter rhythm, floral balance, and sophisticated repetition suitable for both court and formal dress. The fabric is