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Woman's dress
Designed for: Geoffrey Beene (American, 1927–2004)
Labeled: Beene Bazaar (American, founded 1969)
Retailed by: Sara Fredericks (American, founded 1940)
Labeled: Beene Bazaar (American, founded 1969)
Retailed by: Sara Fredericks (American, founded 1940)
American
about 1970
Object Place: United States
Medium/Technique
Synthetic fiber plain weave with cotton machine embroidery; synthetic leather belt
Dimensions
CB 91.4 cm (36 in.)
Overall (belt): 2.5 x 82.6 cm (1 x 32 1/2 in.)
Overall (belt): 2.5 x 82.6 cm (1 x 32 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Margaret M. Lincoln
Accession Number2003.337.1-2
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CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionDress of navy blue synthetic organdy embroidered in white cotton in overall pattern of circles with a lined gathered skirt, white Peter Pan collar, red bow, and long sleeves with cuffs, and black synthetic patent leather belt. Labels read "Beene Bazaar" and "Sara Frederick's"
ProvenancePurchased at Sara Fredericks, Boston by Margaret M. Lincoln, 1970; Gift to the MFA, June 25, 2003
CopyrightReproduced with permission.