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Blouse

Designed by: John Bates (English, 1938 – 2022)
Designed for: Jean Varon (active 1960s–1970s)
English
1971
Medium/Technique Tri-acetate plain weave, printed.
Dimensions Center back: 66.7 cm (26 1/4 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2011.2271
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionWoman's blouse printed with pattern of tribal-inspired geometric motifs in reds, blacks, beige, and greens. Long bow tie at collar, center front button closure, and full sleeves gathered into wide double button cuffs.
ProvenanceBy 2011, Leslie Verrinder of TinTin Collectibles, London; 2011, sold by TinTin Collectibles to Jean and Frederic Sharf, Chestnut Hill, MA; 2011, year-end gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf to the MFA. (Accession date: January 25, 2012)