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Woman's coat

Designed by: Valentino Garavani (known as Valentino) (Italian, born in 1932)
For: House of Valentino (Italian, founded 1960)
Italian
early 21st century

Medium/Technique Suede; wool; plastic
Dimensions Center back: 105.41 cm (41 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Anonymous gift
Accession Number2008.1479
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionBrown suede coat with shearling lining. Collar, cuffs, placket and hem are rolled revealing shearling. Four white and brown rectangular buttons with suede loop attachments down the center front. One button on each cuff. Slit pockets at hips. Woven white label with gold lettering at center back "Valentino/Roma/Made in Italy."
ProvenanceBefore 2008, purchased by donor, Chestnut Hill, MA; gift to the MFA (December 17, 2008).