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Female model in jacket and pants

Kenneth Paul Block (American, 1925–2009)
For: Bergdorf Goodman (American, founded 1901)
Designer: Fendi (Italian, founded in 1925)
American
1978

Medium/Technique Black marker, ink wash, black pastel on paper
Dimensions Height x width: 25 3/16 x 19 1/8 in. (64 x 48.5 cm)
Credit Line Gift of Kenneth Paul Block, made possible with the generous assistance of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2009.1947
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsFashion illustration

DescriptionFashion illustration depicting female model in puffy striped short jacket cinched into waist, with a concealed front zipper, contrasting dark fabric for high turtleneck collar and trim over armholes, worn with straight leg pants

Text in marker and pencil: " VERTICAL Bergdorf's 65 screen comb. line & tone Hold blacks solid 12/14/78 RIPA Fendi #17240"
ProvenanceThe artist; gift of the artist to the MFA. (Accession date: March 25, 2009)