Woman's ensemble
Arnold Scaasi
(American, 1930–2015)
Arlene Francis
(American, 1907–2001)
1958
Object PlaceNew York, New York, United States
Medium/TechniqueSilk and silver metallic thread matelasse; silk satin weave; rhinestones; metal; elastic
DimensionsCenter back (dress): 136 cm (53 9/16 in.)
Center front (dress; CF, bust, waist): 127 x 81.3 x 71.1 cm (50 x 32 x 28 in.)
Center back (coat): 154 cm (60 5/8 in.)
Center front (dress; CF, bust, waist): 127 x 81.3 x 71.1 cm (50 x 32 x 28 in.)
Center back (coat): 154 cm (60 5/8 in.)
Credit LineArnold Scaasi Collection—Gift of Arnold Scaasi
Made possible through the generous support of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf, anonymous donors, Penny and Jeff Vinik, Lynne and Mark Rickabaugh, Jane and Robert Burke, Carol Wall, Mrs. I. W. Colburn, Megan O'Block, Lorraine Bressler, and Daria Petrilli-Eckert
Accession number2009.4013.1-2
On View
Not on viewClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceBefore 2009, in collection of the designer, Arnold Scaasi, New York City; gift of Scaasi to the MFA (Accession date: September 16, 2009)
about 1915
