Karl Lagerfeld
Ensemble

DesignerFrench, born Germany, 1933–2019
RetailerFrench, established 1952
CultureFrench
Titles
  • Ensemble
Datec. 1983
PlaceParis, France
MediumSilk chiffon, tulle, synthetic embroidery thread, and metal zipper
DimensionsDress: 52 × 18 in. (132.1 × 45.7 cm)
Overdress: 55 × 11 in. (139.7 × 27.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of Carolyn Farb
Object number2000.499.A,.B
Not on view

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ProvenanceCarolyn Farb, Houston; given to MFAH, 2000.
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