Designer
Oscar de la RentaAmerican, born Dominican Republic, 1932–2014
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Wedding Gown
Date1985
PlaceUnited States
MediumSilk, cotton appliqué, brilliants, and beads
DimensionsOverall: 59 × 23in. (149.9 × 58.4cm)
Credit LineGift of Barbara Franzheim
Object number96.972
Not on view
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Department
Decorative Arts, Craft, and DesignObject Type
Exhibition HistoryWorn by donor's daughter, Pamela Franzheim to marriage service with Whitney Tower, Jr.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscription: Label: "Oscar de la Renta" and "E. H. 225.00 1-15-83".
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