Christian Dior Suit, "Evariste," Worn by Elizabeth Parke Firestone, 1951-1952

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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Suit (Main garment)

Date Made

1951-1952

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Possibly made by Christian Dior

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.492.430

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harvey Firestone, Jr.

Material

Tweed
Wool (Textile)
Faille
Silk (Textile)
Cotton (Textile)
Grosgrain
Leather

Technique

Machine sewing (Technique)
Hand sewing

Color

Blue
Black (Color)

Inscriptions

Tag on belt: "EVARISTE (Tweed dress)". Label: CHRISTIAN DIOR / PARIS / MADE IN FRANCE / 19436