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Woman's evening dress
Designed by: Arnold Scaasi (American, 1930–2015)
Possibly made for: Barbra Streisand (American, born in 1942)
Possibly made for: Barbra Streisand (American, born in 1942)
American
Fall 1975
Object Place: New York, New York, United States
Medium/Technique
Silk plain weave; silk plain weave; metal; plastic; grosgrain ribbon
Dimensions
Center back: 141 cm (55 1/2 in.)
Center front: 137.2 cm (54 in.)
Center front: 137.2 cm (54 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 Number2009.4082
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBeige crepe chiffon floor length dress with gems and gold beading bordering the high neckline, short sleeves, and natural waistline. Gems have metal backs and gold beads look like "bugle" beads. Center back zipper closure with hook and eye. Lined in tan plain weave silk with plastic horsehair interfacing at the hem that is lined in chiffon.
ProvenanceArnold 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
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