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Laura Ashley Ltd.

dress, 1980s

Description

Maker

  • Laura Ashley Ltd., est. 1954, British

Title

dress

Year

1980s

Medium

wool; polyester

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • wool,
  • polyester

Techniques

  • float weave,
  • plain weave derived

Dimensions

121.9 cm (48 inches) (center back length)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Woven label CB neck: Laura Ashley Made in Great Britain; printed label: 100% wool lining 100% polyester USA-8

Place

Great Britain

Type

  • Fashion,
  • Costume

Credit

Gift of Donna Castro in memory of Silvio Lanaro '87

Object Number

1999.18.5

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