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Woman's ensemble
Designed by: Bill Blass (American, 1922–2002)
American
1981
Medium/Technique
Satin; painted
Dimensions
Center back (dress): 104.1 cm (41 in.)
Center back (jacket): 55.9 cm (22 in.)
Center back (jacket): 55.9 cm (22 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mary Tavener Holmes
Accession Number2014.407.1-2
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsContemporary Art, Americas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack and gold striped satin dress with straight neckline and gathered at waist.
Black and gold striped velvet jacket trimmed with paisley motiffs (front and back) in gold braid and black & gold beads; metal hook and eye closures at center front.
Black and gold striped velvet jacket trimmed with paisley motiffs (front and back) in gold braid and black & gold beads; metal hook and eye closures at center front.
Marks
Label: Bill Blass
ProvenanceAbout 1980s, sold by E. Arden to Mary Tavener Holmes, New York, NY; 2014, gift of Holmes to the MFA. (Accession date: February 26, 2014)