1822 Maria Pavlovna wearing a red Empire dress by George Dawe (Hermitage)
Image from the State Hermitage Museum unofficial site reassembled using Illustrator and Photoshop by gogm.
When comparing her waistlines to Caroline Augusta's, it can be seen that waistlines were optional although puffed sleeves and close skirts remained. Sheer material completes the cups of her bodice. She wears complimentary ruby and diamond jewelry.
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