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Woman's afternoon or evening dress
Designed by: Yves Saint Laurent (French (born in Algeria), 1936–2008)
For: House of Christian Dior (French, founded 1946)
For: House of Christian Dior (French, founded 1946)
French (Paris)
1958
Object Place: Paris, France
Medium/Technique
Silk
Dimensions
Overall (jacket): 34 cm (13 3/8 in.)
Other (dress): 91 cm (35 13/16 in.)
Other (dress): 91 cm (35 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Cornelius Crane
Accession Number66.1071a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionTwo-piece afternoon or evening dress. Green chiné silk with large and small flowers printed in pastel shades. Dress has scoop neckline, attached belt with bow, and bell skirt. Jacket has half-length sleeves and three-button front. Label: Automme-Hiver, 1958, Christian Dior, Paris. Good condition.