Negatives, 1939 - 1942, 1939 - 1942

folder

Identifier: SC.69.2.2.3

Scope and Contents

This folder contains black & white negatives depicting women models wearing Maxwell designs. Also, included are black & white prints depicting a variety of scenarios. Vera Maxwell appears alone in her studio in some of the prints or alongside other people in other places. Another print depicts Princess Grace of Monaco and manager David Lebowitz visiting the cutting room at Vera Maxwell, Inc. Lastly, there are two prints depicting mannequins in retail spaces wearing Maxwell designs.

Dates

Creation: 1939 - 1942

Creator

From the Collection: Maxwell, Vera, 1901-1995 (1901 April 22-1995 January 15) (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English Latin

Conditions Governing Access

Access is open to researchers by appointment at the Fashion Institute of Technology Library, Department of Special Collections and FIT Archive. If you have any questions, or wish to schedule an appointment contact us at [email protected] or call (212) 217-4385.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 56 linear feet Sketches, sketchbooks, prints (visual works), negatives (photographs), slides (photography), swatches, scrapbooks, photographs, clippings (book, newspaper, etc.), letters, correspondence, video tape, labels, promotional materials, fashion plates