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Christian Dior

Black wool dress with net detailing at back

Description

Maker

Christian Dior (French, 1905-1957), designer
House of Dior (French), design house

Title

Black wool dress with net detailing at back

Year

1940s

Medium

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

Materials

nylon, plastic, gabardine, wool

Dimensions

116.8 cm (46 inches) (center back length) Waist: 26

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Elizabeth Rollins Mauran for the Estate of Helen Eitel Rollins

Object Number

2010.72.6

Type

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Cocktail Culture
Ritual and Invention in American Fashion, 1920-1980
Apr 15, 2011 – Jul 31, 2011

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Christian Dior (French, 1905-1957), designer
House of Dior (French), design house
Black wool dress with net detailing at back, 1940s
Wool, nylon, plastic buttons; plain weave, machine net
116.8 cm (46 inches) (center back length) Waist: 26
Gift of Elizabeth Rollins Mauran for the Estate of Helen Eitel Rollins 2010.72.6

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