Corset gown
1998 {Dressed to scale collection, autumn-winter 1998–99}
Medium
silk (plain, organza, tafetta), nylon (tulle), metal (fastening)
Measurements
(a) 35.5 cm (centre back) 30.0 cm (waist, flat) (bodice)
(b) 171.0 cm (centre back) 27.0 cm (waist, flat) (skirt)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Krystyna Campbell-Pretty AM and Family through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gift Program, 2024
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
England
Accession Number
2024.1044.a-b
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
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