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Woman's suit
Designed by: Pierre Balmain (French, 1914–1982)
French
about 1961
Medium/Technique
Jacket: wool twill weave, silk plain-weave lining. Skirt: wool twill weave, silk satin weave lining, metal zipper. Suede belt.
Dimensions
Center back (jacket): 66 cm (26 in.)
Center front (skirt): 66 cm (26 in.)
Length (belt): 102.9 cm (40 1/2 in.)
Center front (skirt): 66 cm (26 in.)
Length (belt): 102.9 cm (40 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. James M. Gavin
Accession Number2007.1136.1-3
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionLong-sleeved jacket of brown and black plaid wool, cut on bias, tucked shawl collar, inset side panels, one snap at front. Five released tucks at back waist. Label at neck: "Pierre Balmain Paris." Tape attached to back of label with faint printed couture number: 14?694. Dark brown silk plain-weave lining. Knee-length A-line skirt of brown and black plaid wool, cut on bias; diagonal seam and metal zipper closure at side (following grain of fabric). Black silk satin lining with separate zipper. No label. Dark brown suede tie belt with shaped ends.
ProvenancePurchased by the donor, Jean Gavin, from Pierre Balmain between 1961-1962; Gift to MFA (Accession Date: January 23, 2008)