Evening dress in black slubbed broché velvet with abstract floral pattern

Creator Cristobal Balenciaga (1895-1972)

Accession number 88.66.6

Unique identifier MNY173114

Description Evening dress in black slubbed silk broché velvet in abstract floral pattern; calf-length in front, ankle-length in back; princess-style fitted bodice to natural waistline; magenta artificial geranium center front waist; scoop neck front, plunging V surplice back; sleeveless; full, gathered skirt; balloon hem at back; proper right closure; internal foundation of boned strapless bodice in black silk, black horsehair skirt with faille ruffles. Label: Balenciaga / 10 Avenue George V. Paris / #60815.

Dated 1957-1959

Object Type evening dress (garment)

Medium artificial flower, faille, horsehair, silk (fiber), velvet (fabric weave)

File dimensions 18.3 in × 18.3 in at 300dpi
46.5 cm × 46.5 cm at 300dpi

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