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Woman's ensemble
American
1958
Object Place: New York, New York, United States
Medium/Technique
Silk plain weave, printed; silk plain weave; silk satin weave; tulle; metal
Dimensions
Center back (dress): 88 cm (34 5/8 in.)
Center back (coat): 118 cm (46 7/16 in.)
Center back (coat): 118 cm (46 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Arnold Scaasi Collection-Gift of Arnold Scaasi
Made possible through the generous support of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf, anonymous donors, Penny and Jeff Vinik, Lynne and Mark Rickabaugh, Jane and Robert Burke, Carol Wall, Mrs. I. W. Colburn, Megan O'Block, Lorraine Bressler, and Daria Petrilli-Eckert
Made possible through the generous support of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf, anonymous donors, Penny and Jeff Vinik, Lynne and Mark Rickabaugh, Jane and Robert Burke, Carol Wall, Mrs. I. W. Colburn, Megan O'Block, Lorraine Bressler, and Daria Petrilli-Eckert
Accession Number2009.4035.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionShort strapless off-white silk taffeta cocktail dress patterned with navy and red polka dots, black bow at center front and “bubble" hemline. Zipper at center back. Interior lined in off-white silk with boning in bodice, off white waistband with hook and eye closure. Layers of off-white tulle between outside of the dress and lining. Red short sleeve silk coat with cape collar. Lined in off-white silk with navy and red polka dots.
ProvenanceBefore 2009, in collection of the designer, Arnold Scaasi, New York City; gift of Scaasi to the MFA (Accession date: September 16, 2009)