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Woman's ensemble

Designed by: Bonnie Cashin (American, 1908–2000)
American
1960s
Object Place: New York, New York, United States

Medium/Technique Wool and mohair twill weave; wool knit; leather; metal buckle; metal fasteners; silk (?) plain weave lining
Dimensions Center back (coat): 101.6 cm (40 in.)
Center back (top): 61 cm (24 in.)
Center back (skirt): 47 cm (18 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Museum purchase with funds donated by the Textile and Costume Society, Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Accession Number2009.330.1-3
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionEnsemble consisting of a coat, skirt, and top, all knit. Green, blue and off-white coat with oversize twill patterning (houndstooth). Shawl collar with a hood, two slit pockets, green suede trim, suede and metal half belt at center front. Lined in green knit. Interior label at left hip, white with gold lettering reads "Sills/a Bonnie Cashin Design."

Green sleeveless bateau neck wool knit top with green suede trim around arm openings and along hemline.

Green, short, fitted skirt with zipper and hook and eye closure at right hip. Lined in silk plain weave.
ProvenanceDecember 18, 2008, purchased from Skinner Auctioneers [Sale no. 2438, lot 635]; Accession date: February 25, 2009
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