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Woman's dress with sash
Designed by: Thea Porter (English (born in Jerusalem), 1927–2000)
English
1970s
Medium/Technique
Printed silk plain weave (chiffon) with velvet ribbon, silk braid and glass beads.
Dimensions
Center back (dress): 137.2 cm (54 in.)
Length (sash): 111.8 cm (44 in.)
Length (sash): 111.8 cm (44 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase with funds donated by the Fashion Council, Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Accession Number2007.284.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionChiffon caftan with a black ground and a large white and red iris or lily floral print with black velvet trim along vertical front seams. Labeled: "Thea Porter/ Couture/ Made in England". Matching sash.
ProvenancePurchased privately in Los Angeles, CA in 2007 by Decades, Inc.; Purchased by MFA March 21, 2007