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Sophie Gimbel, designer

Bodice, 1955

Description

Maker

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

Title

Bodice

Year

1955

Medium

Cotton leno weave with needle-lace insertions

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • cotton

Dimensions

57.1 cm (22 1/2 inches) (center back length)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Salon Moderne Saks Fifth Avenue Saks Fifth Avenue

Type

  • Fashion,
  • Costume

Credit

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

Object Number

1992.067.5A

Related

Sophie Gimbel, designer

Blouse and Skirt Ensemble, 1955

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