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Suit

Designed by: Michael Mott (American)
For: Paraphernalia (English, active 1960s)
American

Dimensions Center back: 62.2 cm (24 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Michelle Finamore
Accession Number2012.530.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionJacket with front snap closures. Rounded bottom and round collar. Horizontal stripes in royal blue, black, and red. Five rows of red tassels attached to ribbons on front of jacket (creating a military effect).

Matching skirt has royal blue, black and red stripes at diagonals forming a 'V' at center front. Side zipper closure.
Signed Interior label: "DESIGNED BY MICHAEL MOTT FOR PARAPHERNALIA"
ProvenanceOctober 2011, purchased by Michelle Finamore at Modern Millie, Salem, MA; 2012, gift of Michelle Finamore to the MFA. (Accession date: September 26, 2012)