Evening dress
Giorgio di Sant'Angelo was noted for his use of multiple inspirations. In this evening dress, he combines both Renaissance and gypsy or possibly Native American influences. The ribbon and braid appliqué are reminiscent of Seminole patchwork.
Artwork Details
- Title: Evening dress
- Designer: Giorgio di Sant'Angelo (American, born Italy, 1933–1989)
- Date: ca. 1975
- Culture: American
- Medium: synthetic
- Credit Line: Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Gift of Trudy Elliott, 1985
- Object Number: 2009.300.1021a, b
- Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute
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