Christian Dior Evening Dress, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone to President Eisenhower's Inaugural Ball, 1953
THF29158 / Christian Dior Evening Dress, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone to President Eisenhower's Inaugural Ball, 1953
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Evening dress (Garment)
Date Made
1952
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.492.640
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harvey Firestone, Jr.
Material
Satin
Tinsel
Sequins (Spangles)
Technique
Embroidering
Sewing (Needleworking technique)
Color
Blue
Silver (Color)
Inscriptions
Clothing Label: CHRISTINE DIOR / AUTOMNE-HIVER 1952 / PARIS / 24548.
Printed on back: 54201
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