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Dinner dress

Jean Patou, 1921

MEDIUMsilk
LOCATIONThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
COLLECTIONCostume Institute
CULTUREFrench
CREDIT LINEGift of Mrs. C. O. Kalman, 1979
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THE ARTIST
Jean Patou

Jean Patou was a pioneering French fashion designer who revolutionized women's sportswear and created the iconic 'Joy' perfume.

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