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Skirt suit
Designed by: Irene (American, 1907–1962)
late 1940s - early 1950s
Dimensions
Center back (jacket): 73.7 cm (29 in.)
Center back (skirt): 63.5 cm (25 in.)
Center back (skirt): 63.5 cm (25 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase with funds donated by the Fashion Council, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Accession Number2012.1040.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSuit with horizontal stripes with vertical striped panels at bodice and upper back. Asymmentrical three button closure. Gold wool detailing at collar, cuffs and lower jacket border.
Suit with horizontal stripes and gold detailing. Two small side slits at skirt hemline.
Suit with horizontal stripes and gold detailing. Two small side slits at skirt hemline.
ProvenanceBefore 2012, purchased by Marilyn Glass, Los Angeles, CA; 2012, gift of Marilyn Glass to the MFA. (Accession date: December 12, 2012)