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Sketch from couture sketch book


Sumer crepe dress
Kenneth Paul Block (American, 1925–2009)
Illustrating design by: Nina Ricci (Italian (active in France), 1883–1970)
American
about 1966

Medium/Technique Black marker on paper
Dimensions Height x width: 13 3/4 x 10 5/8 in. (35 x 27 cm)
Credit Line Gift of Kenneth Paul Block, made possible with the generous assistance of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2009.3844.46
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsFashion illustration

DescriptionWoman with elfish face wearing mid length summer dress with thin straps near neck, tied at waist with bow. Text: "RICCI CREPE" (left).
ProvenanceThe artist; gift of the artist to the MFA. (Accession date: March 25, 2009)