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Collections

Woman's Bathing Ensemble (Dress and Swimsuit)circa 1915

Not on view
Sleeveless violet purple moiré fabric dress on a clear hanger, V-neckline with ivory trim and white bow, flared pleated skirt
Purple knit one-piece swimsuit or playsuit with wide shoulder straps and short legs, displayed on a clear plastic hanger against a gray background.

Unknown, Woman's Bathing Ensemble (Dress and Swimsuit), circa 1915, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Mrs. Alice F. Schott Bequest, Photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Title
Woman's Bathing Ensemble (Dress and Swimsuit)
Place Made
United States
Date Made
circa 1915
Medium
Dress: rayon plain weave (moiré), rayon plain weave (crepe); Swimsuit: wool knit
Dimensions
Center back length (Dress): 28 1/2 in. (72.39 cm) Center back length (Bathing Suit): 25 1/4 in. (64.14 cm)
Credit Line
Mrs. Alice F. Schott Bequest
Accession Number
M.67.8.80a-b
Classification
Costumes
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles