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Mainbocher, Inc., manufacturer

Belt, 1942

Description

Maker

  • Mainbocher, Inc., 1890 - 1976, American, manufacturer
  • Main Rousseau Bocher, 1890 - 1976, American, designer

Title

Belt

Year

1942

Medium

Silk satin and grosgrain ribbon with gold beading

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • silk,
  • grosgrain ribbon,
  • glass,
  • beads,
  • sequins,
  • metallic yarn

Techniques

  • embroidery,
  • embroidering,
  • embroidered,
  • satin weave

Dimensions

71.1 cm (28 inches) (length)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Mainbocher, Inc.

Type

  • Fashion,
  • Costume Accessories

Credit

Gift of Mr. Rodman A. Heeren

Object Number

62.017.33

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