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Woman's evening dress
American
Fall 1986
Object Place: New York, New York, United States
Medium/Technique
Silk satin weave; metallic lace; sequins; tulle; silk plain weave; plastic
Dimensions
Center back: 127 cm (50 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Gayfryd Steinberg
Accession Number2010.474
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack and yellow strapless dress with "sweetheart" neckline. Black and silver lace and tulle bodice with black, white, and silver sequins. Long yellow satin skirt with yellow bow at center front. Zipper at center back. Lined in black silk with layers of tulle petticoats. Boning in bodice and interior black and white label: ARNOLD SCAASI. Fall 1986, #1115.
ProvenanceBefore 2010, purchased by Gayfryd Steinberg, New York City; gift of Steinberg to the MFA (Accession date: June 16, 2010)