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Ruth Adler Schnee

Skirt
Recent Acquisition

Maker

Ruth Adler Schnee (American, 1923, Germany - 2023), (RISD BFA 1945, Interior Architecture)

Title

Skirt

Year

1960s-1980s

Medium

  • Hand-knit camel hair,
  • plain weave wool,
  • hand-made

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • Hand-knit camel hair,
  • plain weave wool,
  • hand-made

Dimensions

Length: 72.4 cm (28 1/2 inches)

Signature / Inscription / Marks

Label: [on skirt interior waistband] 100% Camel Hair

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift from the Estate of Ruth Adler Schnee

Object Number

2023.45.2b

Type

  • Costume

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Women's ensemble (jacket and skirt)

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Ruth Adler Schnee (American, 1923, Germany - 2023)
Skirt, 1960s-1980s
Hand-knit camel hair; plain weave wool; hand-made
Length: 72.4 cm (28 1/2 inches)
Gift from the Estate of Ruth Adler Schnee 2023.45.2b

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