Woman's Evening Dress
Designed by Elsa Schiaparelli, French (born Italy), 1890 - 1973. Embroidered by Lesage, Paris, founded 1922.
Geography:
Made in Paris, France, Europe
Date:
Summer 1939Medium:
Rayon crepe, sequins, pearls, beads, and metallic thread embroideryDimensions:
Center Front Length: 55 inches (139.7 cm) Waist: 24 inches (61 cm)Curatorial Department:
Costume and TextilesObject Location:
1969-232-46Credit Line:
Gift of Mme Elsa Schiaparelli, 1969
Made in Paris, France, Europe
Date:
Summer 1939Medium:
Rayon crepe, sequins, pearls, beads, and metallic thread embroideryDimensions:
Center Front Length: 55 inches (139.7 cm) Waist: 24 inches (61 cm)Curatorial Department:
Costume and TextilesObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:1969-232-46Credit Line:
Gift of Mme Elsa Schiaparelli, 1969
Label:
Schiaparelli wore this evening coat and dress to a party at the British Embassy in Paris held by Sir Charles and Lady Mendl during the summer of 1939.
Schiaparelli wore this evening coat and dress to a party at the British Embassy in Paris held by Sir Charles and Lady Mendl during the summer of 1939.