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Dress
Designed by: Adele Simpson (American, 1903–1995)
American
early 1970s
Medium/Technique
Synthetic and lurex knit, plastic beads
Dimensions
Center back: 129.5 cm (51 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2013.260
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionRed and gold-metallic knit long-sleeved maxi dress. High neck with turqoise and gold beads. Turquoise beaded threads create a short 'fringe' in the middle of the neckline. Zipper down center back.
Interior label: "ADELE SIMPSON"
Interior label: "ADELE SIMPSON"
Provenance2012, sold by Palm Beach Vintage, Palm Beach, FL to Frederic A. Sharf, Chestnut Hill, MA; 2013, gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf to the MFA. (Accession date: February 27, 2013)