Woman's Ensemble: Day Dress and Tunic

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Woman's Ensemble: Day Dress and Tunic

Spring 1959

At the beginning of his career Tassell was regarded as America's most avant-garde designer, in part for the severity and architectural quality of his designs, as seen in this example.

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Object Details

Title:

Woman's Ensemble: Day Dress and Tunic

Date:

Spring 1959

Artist:

Medium:

Wool plain weave, wool knit

Dimensions:

Center Back Length (Coat): 36 inches (91.4 cm) Center Back Length (Dress): 36 1/2 inches (92.7 cm) x Waist: 24 inches (61 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of the designer, 1972

Accession Number:

1972-175-2a,b

Geography:

Made in California, United States, North and Central America

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