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Woman's dress "Bonne Conduite"

(French (born in Algeria), 1936–2008)
(French, founded 1946)
Spring–Summer 1958
Object PlaceParis, France
Medium/TechniqueMohair and silk plain weave
Dimensions103 cm (40 9/16 in.); Legacy dimension: length: 1.03 m
Credit LineGift of Harriet Wilinsky Goodman
Accession number1980.484a-b
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Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceSpring 1958, purchased from House of Christian Dior by Filene's, Boston; purchased from Filene's French Shops by Harriet Wilinsky Goodman; Gift to the MFA December 10, 1980.
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