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Female model in strapless shift over wide legged pants, heels and cuff bracelet
Kenneth Paul Block (American, 1925–2009)
Designed by: Bill Blass (American, 1922–2002)
Designed for: Bergdorf Goodman (American, founded 1901)
Designed by: Bill Blass (American, 1922–2002)
Designed for: Bergdorf Goodman (American, founded 1901)
American
1970s
Medium/Technique
Black marker, ink wash and black pastel on paper
Dimensions
Length x width: 41.9 x 33 cm (16 1/2 x 13 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Kenneth Paul Block, made possible with the generous assistance of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2009.1885
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Prints and Drawings
ClassificationsFashion illustration
DescriptionFashion illustration depicting female model in strapless shift cinched at top with drawstring tied in bow, hangs loosely over wide legged pants, worn with heels and cuff bracelet
Text in pencil and marker: "65 SCREENS/ COMB HINE + TONE/ HOLD BLACKS/ SOLID/ BERGDORFS/ 11/28" (left); "70%/ 415/ VERTICAL/ SM25315/ INSERT SUN MAIN/ BLASS 13810" (right).
Text in pencil and marker: "65 SCREENS/ COMB HINE + TONE/ HOLD BLACKS/ SOLID/ BERGDORFS/ 11/28" (left); "70%/ 415/ VERTICAL/ SM25315/ INSERT SUN MAIN/ BLASS 13810" (right).
ProvenanceThe artist; gift of the artist to the MFA. (Accession date: March 25, 2009)