Oscar de la Renta
Ensemble

DesignerAmerican, born Dominican Republic, 1932–2014
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Ensemble
Datec. 1988
PlaceUnited States
MediumSilk satin, silk, faux pearl, rhinestones, and elastic
Dimensions.A, Jacket: 29 1/2 × 17 1/2 in. (74.9 × 44.5 cm)
.B, Bodice: 16 × 18 in. (40.6 × 45.7 cm)
.C, Skirt: 23 × 15 in. (58.4 × 38.1 cm)
Credit LineGift of the collection of Baroness Sandra di Portanova from her loving brother
Object number2000.526.A-.C
Non exposé

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ProvenanceCollection of Sandra di Portanova, baroness; given to MFAH, 2000.

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