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Woman's dress
Designed by: Liisa Suvanto (Finnish, 1910–1983)
For: Marimekko (Finnish, founded 1951)
Retailed by: Design Research (American, 1953–1978)
For: Marimekko (Finnish, founded 1951)
Retailed by: Design Research (American, 1953–1978)
Finnish
1960s
Object Place: Finland
Medium/Technique
Wool plain weave (flannel), metal zipper and buckle
Dimensions
Center back (dress): 101 cm (39 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of June and David Wallace
Accession Number2008.2000.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionTailored dress of pale green wool with three-quarter sleeves, high waist seam with belt loops at dropped waistline, metal back zipper. Matching fabric-covered belt with metal buckle and grommets. Labelled: marimekko suomi - finland / marimekko finland 100% wool / DR Cambridge New York San Francisco
ProvenancePurchased at Design Research in Cambridge, MA by June and David Wallace, Westport, MA; gift of the Wallaces to the MFA (Accession date: December 31, 2008)