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Dress
Designed by: Goldworm Knitwear Company (American, 1928–1981)
American
1960s
Medium/Technique
Polyester; printed
Dimensions
Center back: 144.8 cm (57 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2013.200
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionAnkle length white dress with v-neck and short sleeves. Pink and purple hydrangeas print. Striped trim in pink, yellow and purple borders neckline and under breasts creating empire waist.
Signed
Labeled "Goldworm made in Italy 14 Polyester" and another label with care instructions at back collar.
Provenance2012, sold by Palm Beach Vintage, Palm Beach, FL to Frederic A. Sharf, Chesnut Hill, MA; 2013, gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf to the MFA. (Accession date: February 27, 2013)