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cocktail dress

early 1960s

Norman Norell (American, 1900–1972)

81.605

Not currently on view

glasswool {fabric}embroidering

Artwork Details

DesignerDesign HouseRetailerCreation Date
early 1960s
Creation Location
New York, New York County, New York, United States
Materials
wool crepe, glass beads
Object Types
costumes, dresses, cocktail dresses
Dimensions

center back 42 in., center front 35-1/2 in., bust 40 in., waist 32 in., hips 40 in., shoulders 17 in.

Mark Description

Label, sewn: MONTALDO'S Label, sewn: NORMAN NORELL / NEW YORK

Accession Number
81.605
Credit Line

Gift of Joan Thiel

Copyright
© Norman Norell
Collection

Textile and Fashion Arts

Color Palette

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