Body shirt
1993
autumn-winter collection
Medium
polyester, metallic thread
Measurements
68.0 cm (centre back) 56.0 cm (sleeve length)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased, 1993
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
Sydney, New South Wales
Inscription
label, centre back, woven in white on green: MORRISSEY EDMINSTON / SYDNEY
Accession Number
CT10-1993
Department
Australian Fashion and Textiles
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