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Accession Number 1973.12.1.a Title skirt from dress Category Clothing, Outerwear Object Type dress Creator Lanvin, Jeanne Date Made ca. 1930-ca. 1931 Place Made Europe: France Culture European Cultural Region European Gender and Age women Materials and Techniques silk; crepe Measurements UL 208.5; LCIR 810.0 cm Description

Champagne coloured silk dress with top part of bodice cut off (just below the armscyeline). Remaining bodice reaches well below the waist; waistline forms points at the sides and is raised at the back; series of…

Champagne coloured silk dress with top part of bodice cut off (just below the armscyeline). Remaining bodice reaches well below the waist; waistline forms points at the sides and is raised at the back; series of trapunto chevrons worked in CF, CB and sides. Circle skirt with train attached to waistline.

Read More + Credit Line Donated by Mrs. L.T. Barclay