Woman's Dress and Belt

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Woman's Dress and Belt

1954

Designed by Norman Norell (American, 1900–1972) Made by Traina-Norell, New York (1941–1960) Sold by the Tribout Shop, John Wanamaker, Philadelphia Worn by Mrs. Jacob Sklaroff

The New York firm of Traina-Norell, which combined the design flair of Norman Norell with the business acumen of Anthony Traina, made understated yet luxurious clothes. This sleeveless shirtwaist is made glamorous by using lace outlined with iridescent plastic and trimmed with sequins.

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Object Details

Titles:

Woman's Dress and Belt

Date:

1954

Artists:

Designed by Norman Norell (American, 1900–1972) Made by Traina-Norell, New York (1941–1960) Sold by the Tribout Shop, John Wanamaker, Philadelphia Worn by Mrs. Jacob Sklaroff

Medium:

Sized machine-made cotton lace with machine-appliquéd iridescent acetate strips, iridescent acetate sequins, silk taffeta

Dimensions:

46 1/2 inches (118.1 cm) Waist: 23 1/4 inches (59.1 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of Mrs. Jacob Sklaroff, 1968

Accession Number:

1968-135-1a,b

Geography:

Made in New York, United States, North and Central America

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