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James Galanos
Woman's DressFall/Winter 1989-1990

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Full-length beaded evening gown on a white mannequin, dark charcoal ground with curving marigold and amber organic motifs covering the surface from neckline to floor
Close-up detail of a sheer ribbed evening gown on a mannequin, embellished with scrolling floral appliqués outlined in black and amber-gold sequins against a semi-transparent dark ground.
Long-sleeved evening dress on a white mannequin, sheer mesh fabric densely embellished with swirling patterns of black and gold sequins and beads.
Designer
James Galanos
United States, 1924 - 2016
Design House
Galanos
United States, California, 1952 - 1998
Title
Woman's Dress
Place Made
United States, California
Date Made
Fall/Winter 1989-1990
Medium
Dress: rayon/nylon lace, crystal and plastic beads; Bodysuit: silk plain weave (chiffon)
Dimensions
Center back length (.1 Evening dress): 60 1/4 in. (153.04 cm) Center front length (.2 Bodysuit): 21 1/4 in. (53.98 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of James Galanos
Accession Number
AC1997.248.17.1-.2
Classification
Costumes
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles