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Woman's swimsuit
Designed by: Rose Marie Reid (Canadian (worked in the United States))
American
1950s
Object Place: California, United States
Medium/Technique
Nylon plain weave (faille), applied metallic braid and metal beads, elastic, cotton plain weave, metal zipper
Dimensions
Center back: 40.6 cm (16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Linda Fenton
Accession Number2005.170
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSwimsuit of white nylon faille with fitted, boned bodice and full, shirred trunks, adjustable shoulder straps; front and neckline of bodice decorated with scrolling design in applied gold metallic braid and gold beads. Partial lining of nylon faille and cotton plain weave. Labelled: "Original Rose Marie Reid of California Hourglass Maillot"
ProvenanceGift to the MFA, April 27, 2005