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Female model halter top, belted shorts and jacket ensemble, scarf, hat, heels gloves and bangle bracelet
Kenneth Paul Block (American, 1925–2009)
Published by: Vogue magazine
Designed for: Bergdorf Goodman (American, founded 1901)
Published by: Vogue magazine
Designed for: Bergdorf Goodman (American, founded 1901)
American
1970s
Medium/Technique
Black marker, ink wash, white gouache and black pastel on paper
Dimensions
Length x width: 64 x 48 cm (25 3/16 x 18 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Kenneth Paul Block, made possible with the generous assistance of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2009.1880
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Prints and Drawings
ClassificationsFashion illustration
DescriptionFashion illustration depicting female model in polka dot halter top and scarf, belted pinstripe bermuda shorts, open jacket fitted at waist with wide lapels,button at front and side pockets, sandal heels, small brimmed straw hat, gloves and bangle bracelet.
Text in pencil and marker:: "BERGDORFS" (left); "VOGUE RITZIA" (right).
Signature at right in marker: "KPB"
Text in pencil and marker:: "BERGDORFS" (left); "VOGUE RITZIA" (right).
Signature at right in marker: "KPB"
ProvenanceThe artist; gift of the artist to the MFA. (Accession date: March 25, 2009)