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Playsuit
Japanese
about 1920
Medium/Technique
Silk plain weave; printed
Dimensions
Center back (bolero): 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)
Center back (bodice): 35.6 cm (14 in.)
Length (belt): 142.2 cm (56 in.)
Center back (bodice): 35.6 cm (14 in.)
Length (belt): 142.2 cm (56 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf
Accession Number2013.239.1-3
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionCropped bolero jacket with paisley print on silk habutai. Green ribbon along edges.
Taupe sleeveless one piece play suit. Paisley trim at leg openings. String loop at each side to hold belt in place.
Self tie belt in paisley print.
Taupe sleeveless one piece play suit. Paisley trim at leg openings. String loop at each side to hold belt in place.
Self tie belt in paisley print.
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)