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Gown
Designed by: Carolina Herrera (Venezuelan (active in the United States) born in 1939)
American
1980s
Dimensions
Center back: 149.9 cm (59 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jacqueline and Albert Togut
Accession Number2012.232
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionLong black gown with silver-printed lame waist inset that wraps around the dress. Long sleeves, low back with asymmetrical zipper that creates a curvilinear line on the back of the dress. Interior label: "CAROLINA HERRERA"
ProvenanceAbout 1980s, acquired by Jacqueline Togut; 2012, gift of Togut to the MFA. (Accession date: April 25, 2012)