Designer
Ronald Amey (American, 1934–1986)American, 1934–1986
Designer
Joseph Burke(American)American
Manufacturerfor
Burke-Amey(American, 1959–1970)American, 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)
Other (.B, coat): 18 × 21 in. (45.7 × 53.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Fred T. Couper, Jr.
Object number94.275.A,.B
Not on view
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Department
Decorative Arts, Craft, and DesignObject Type
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscription: On the label: "BURKE-AMEY/NEW YORK".
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