Suit comprising tweed cape and skirt, belt and black knit blouse
vera huppe maxwell (1901 – 1995)
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Museum of the City of New York (New York City, United States of America)
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Ensemble of black, white, and tan Scottish tweed. A: Oval, knee-length cape with round neckline and collar; slits at side front for arms; two large patch pockets; five button closure. B: A-line, above-knee length skirt; natural waistline; side front zipper at proper left. C: Separate black leather belt with gold chain and six medallions hanging from it; fits across center front; snap closure at center back. D: Black wool knit blouse, fitted with seams along apex; small stand up collar; long sleeves; tucked into skirt; back closing. Label affixed to hanging loops in skirt: Vera Maxwell.
About this artwork
- Title: Suit comprising tweed cape and skirt, belt and black knit blouse
- Artist: vera huppe maxwell
- Year: 1969
- Format: Square
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Museum of the City of New York
- Creative period: Mid Century Modern
- Color palette: Pastels
- Keywords: 1960s fashion trends , classic tailoring style , brown and black colors
- Color hue: Green Spectrum


