Designer
Adolfo(American, born Cuba, 1933–2021)American, born Cuba, 1933–2021
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Evening Ensemble
Date1970s
PlaceNew York, New York, United States
MediumWool and rayon knit, printed and woven silk, and brilliants
DimensionsOther (.A, sweater): 23 1/2 × 18 1/2 in. (59.7 × 47 cm)
Skirt (.B): 41 × 13 in. (104.1 × 33 cm)
Skirt (.B): 41 × 13 in. (104.1 × 33 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Louisa Stude Sarofim
Object number94.100.A,.B
Non exposé
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Department
Decorative Arts, Craft, and DesignObject Type
Exhibition HistoryExhibited in "Celebrating Seventh: New York Fashion Designers," at MFAH Mar. 24 - May 26, 1996
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