Christian Dior Dress, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone to the Wedding of Martha Parke Firestone and William Clay Ford, 1947
THF28743 / Christian Dior Dress, Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone to the Wedding of Martha Parke Firestone and William Clay Ford, 1947
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Dress (Garment)
Date Made
1947
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.492.427
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harvey Firestone, Jr.
Material
Synthetic fiber
Silk (Textile)
Faille
Velvet (Fabric weave)
Technique
Hand sewing
Machine sewing (Technique)
Color
Navy blue
Inscriptions
Dress label: CHRISTIAN DIOR / PARIS / MADE IN FRANCE
Stamped on label: 8344
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