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Woman's day dress
American
1950s
Place of Use: New Hampshire, United States
Medium/Technique
Printed silk plain weave
Dimensions
Overall (CB): 116.8 cm (46 in.)
Credit Line
The Charlotte K. Anderson Revocable Trust in memory of Charlotte K. Anderson
Accession Number2002.210
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CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSleeveless sun dress of pink fabric with purple, brown, magenta, green and yellow stripes scattered with printed Chinese motifs. Full skirt with V at waist and at back; V-neck center front button closure with seven purple, textured sphere buttons. Label: "Claire McCardell by Townley"
ProvenanceCharlotte K. Anderson; Gift to the MFA, June 26, 2002