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Mainbocher, Inc.

Black and gold beaded belt with bows

Maker

Mainbocher, Inc. (American, 1890 - 1976), design house
Main Rousseau Bocher (American, 1890 - 1976), designer

Title

Black and gold beaded belt with bows

Year

ca. 1942

Medium

  • silk,
  • crepe yarn,
  • beads,
  • sequins; plain weave,
  • embroidered

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • Silk,
  • crepe yarn,
  • beads,
  • sequins; plain weave,
  • embroidered

Materials

silk, crepe, sequins

Dimensions

71.1 cm (28 inches) (length) Belt

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Label: Mainbocher, Inc.

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Mr. Rodman A. Heeren

Object Number

62.017.31

Type

  • Costume Accessories

Exhibition History

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

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Mainbocher, Inc. (American, 1890 - 1976), design house
Main Rousseau Bocher (American, 1890 - 1976), designer
Black and gold beaded belt with bows, ca. 1942
Silk, crepe yarn, beads, sequins; plain weave, embroidered
71.1 cm (28 inches) (length) Belt
Gift of Mr. Rodman A. Heeren 62.017.31

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