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Caftan

Labeled: Jean Varon (active 1960s–1970s)
Designed by: John Bates (English, 1938 – 2022)
British
1970

Medium/Technique Acetate/polyester blend plain weave; printed
Dimensions Length x width: 132.1 x 127 cm (52 x 50 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2013.243
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionPrinted caftan with geometric and floral design in light blue and yellow. Black tie laces up center front. Interior label: "JOHN VARON"
Provenance2012, sold by Leslie Verrinder, Tintin Collectibles, London, England to Frederic A. Sharf, Chesnut Hill, MA; 2013, gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf to the MFA. (Accession date: February 27, 2013)