Probably made from a pre-sequined "robe" in the Tirocchi shop,
this dress shows an effective use of the moderne flower as decoration
on a simple tubular form. At the same time, overlapping sequins
all over the dress create a shiny surface that looks forward to
the Machine Age aesthetic.
French maker,
pieces possibly assembled
n the Tirocchi shop
Dress with Moderne Flower Motif, ca. 1926
Silk; net, embroidered with
sequins and jet
Gift of L. J. Cella III
1990.129.3
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