Woman's suit
Pierre Balmain
(French, 1914–1982)
about 1961
Medium/TechniqueJacket: wool twill weave, silk plain-weave lining. Skirt: wool twill weave, silk satin weave lining, metal zipper. Suede belt.
DimensionsCenter back (jacket): 66 cm (26 in.)
Center front (skirt): 66 cm (26 in.)
Length (belt): 102.9 cm (40 1/2 in.)
Center front (skirt): 66 cm (26 in.)
Length (belt): 102.9 cm (40 1/2 in.)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. James M. Gavin
Accession number2007.1136.1-3
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ProvenancePurchased by the donor, Jean Gavin, from Pierre Balmain between 1961-1962; Gift to MFA (Accession Date: January 23, 2008)
