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Dessès, Jean, 1904-1970 (1904-1970)

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1904-1970

Biography

French fashion designer.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Greek Fashion Show pictures, 1950, 1950

 folder
Identifier: SC.214.7.71
Scope and Contents

This folder contains press releases, correspondence between Muriel King and Lambert regarding the creation of a Greek textile used by Jean Dessès with photographs, 8x10" black and white photos of ensembles shown at the Cavalcade of Fashion; many with accompanying 8x10" negatives, portraits of Jean Dessès, Queen Fredericka of Greece, and photographs of traditional Greek costume.

Dates: 1950

Jean Dessès sketches

 Collection
Identifier: SC.174
Scope and Contents

This collection holds notebooks of workroom sketches: Winter 1962/63; Spring 1963; Spring 1965; Winter 1966/67. Most sketches are pencil or pen; many are accompanied by swatches.

Dates: 1962-1970