Rayon crepe ensemble, Portland, ca. 1955

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Rayon crepe ensemble, Portland, ca. 1955

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Description

This two-piece blue rayon crepe ensemble features a dress and a jacket. It has three-quarter-length sleeves and a collar adorned with a bow. The turquoise fabric features a circle and square pattern, and a zipper is located on the proper left side. The dress is pleated down the front of the dress, continuing onto the skirt. The thick waistband features a rayon lining and displays signs of alterations.

The accompanying jacket is a short bolero style with three-quarter-length sleeves and pleats on the front. It does not have any closures.

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About This Item

  • Title: Rayon crepe ensemble, Portland, ca. 1955
  • Creation Date: circa 1955
  • Subject Date: circa 1955
  • Location: ME
  • Media: rayon, metal
  • Dimensions: 111.8 cm x 71.1 cm
  • Local Code: 1993.300.99 a,b
  • Collection: Costume collection
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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Maine Historical Society
485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
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