Ronald Amey
Short Evening Dress with Jacket

DesignerAmerican, 1934–1986
DesignerAmerican
ManufacturerAmerican, 1959–1970
CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Short Evening Dress with Jacket
Datec. 1960s
PlaceNew York, New York, United States
MediumSilk, nylon net, mylar, and sequins
DimensionsDress (.A): 39 × 18 in. (99.1 × 45.7 cm)
Other (.B, coat): 18 × 21 in. (45.7 × 53.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Fred T. Couper, Jr.
Object number94.275.A,.B
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ProvenanceMrs. Fred T. Couper, Jr., Houston; given to MFAH, 1994.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscription: On the label: "BURKE-AMEY/NEW YORK".

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