evening ensemble, Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

evening ensemble

original hem, stiffener was used to hold its shape, Guipure lace 3D build up machine lace for the dress bodice, 3 different textures, mixed media, very radical for the time period, made casual by mixing the fabrics, 3/4 length sleeves, worn with gloves, early faux fur.

Norman Norell

Creation Date: 1964
Type: ensembles
Material: silk

Dimensions: Dimensions B
Height: 47 in

Dimensions A
Height: 17 in

Department: Indianapolis Museum of Art Curatorial Department
Accession #: 1988.51A-B
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Max Fisher in memory of Norman Norell

Partner URL: http://collection.imamuseum.org/artwork/40683/
Linked Data URI: ima:object/34845
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