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Woman's suit
Designed by: Geoffrey Beene (American, 1927–2004)
American
1978
Object Place: New York, New York, United States
Medium/Technique
Wool plain weave, silk matelassé, ivory bead
Dimensions
Center back (blouse): 58.4 cm (23 in.)
Length (skirt): 90.8 cm (35 3/4 in.)
Center back (jacket): 63.5 cm (25 in.)
Length (skirt): 90.8 cm (35 3/4 in.)
Center back (jacket): 63.5 cm (25 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. Geoffrey Beene
Accession Number2003.367.1-3
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CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWoman's suit with beige transparent wool plain weave blouse with shirred neck, tie with ivory bead; pearl gray silk matelassé unstructured jacket with elbow length sleeves, turned up cuffs, and edges finished with serger; matching skirt pleated in the front, gathered in the back, side pockets, seams and edges finished with serger. Labeled "Geoffrey Beene"
ProvenanceGift to Geoffrey Beene from Grace Mirabella; Gift to the MFA, September 17, 2003
CopyrightReproduced with permission.