Labia, dress and stole
1959
autumn-winter 1959–60
Medium
silk (taffeta), nylon (lace, tulle), leather (calfskin), plastic (boning), metal (fastenings)
Measurements
(a) 139.0 cm (centre back) 32.0 cm (waist, flat) (dress)
(b) 104.0 × 187.0 cm (stole)
Credit Line
Gift of Krystyna Campbell-Pretty AM and Family through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program, 2026
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
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