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evening dress

early 1950s

Norman Norell (American, 1900–1972)

1985.27

Not currently on view

silk {fabric or thread}cotton {fabric}

Artwork Details

DesignerDesign HouseCreation Date
early 1950s
Creation Location
New York, New York County, New York, United States
Materials
silk jersey, cotton organdy
Object Types
costumes, dresses, evening dresses
Dimensions

center back 48-1/2 in., center front 44 in., bust 36 in., waist 30 in., hips 42 in., sleeve length 25 in., shoulders 16 in.

Mark Description

Label, sewn: Traina-Norell / new york

Accession Number
1985.27
Credit Line

Gift in memory of Kathryne S. Block

Copyright
© Norman Norell
Collection

Textile and Fashion Arts

Color Palette

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