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Sophie Gimbel

bodice

Description

Maker

Sophie Gimbel (American, 1898 - 1981), designer
Saks Fifth Avenue (American, 20th century), retailer

Title

bodice

Year

ca. 1955

Medium

  • linen,
  • cotton

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • linen,
  • cotton

Materials

linen, cotton

Dimensions

50.8 cm (20 inches) (center back length)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Label: Salon ModerneSaks Fifth Avenue New York Mrs. H Firestone Date 7/7/55 No 123

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Mrs. William C. Ford, Mrs. John F. Ball and Mrs. William Leatherman, The Elizabeth Parke Firestone Collection

Object Number

1992.067.3B

Type

  • Costume

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Sophie Gimbel (American, 1898 - 1981), designer
Saks Fifth Avenue (American, 20th century), retailer
bodice, ca. 1955
linen; cotton
50.8 cm (20 inches) (center back length)
Gift of Mrs. William C. Ford, Mrs. John F. Ball and Mrs. William Leatherman, The Elizabeth Parke Firestone Collection 1992.067.3B

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