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Group shot: 2003.764.1-2
Woman's evening dress
Group shot: 2003.764.1-2

Woman's evening dress

Norman Norell (American, 1900–1972)
about 1969
Object PlaceNew York, New York, United States
Medium/TechniqueSilk double knit bodice with silk knit lining and wool twill skirt, embroidered with plastic sequins; silk satin belt
DimensionsCenter back (dress): 151.1 cm (59 1/2 in.)
Length x width (belt): 77.5 x 5.7 cm (30 1/2 x 2 1/4 in.)
Credit LineGift of Miss Marjorie W. Childs, Gift of Mrs. Henry A. Morss, Gift of Mrs. Oric Bates, and The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection, by exchange
Accession number2003.764.1-2
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceWorn by Mrs. Irwin B. Glass, Chicago, IL. Prototype Vintage, Toronto, Ontario; Purchased by the MFA, December 17, 2003
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Norman Norell
1969–70
Woman's dress
Norman Norell
Spring 1967