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Untitled (Two figures in plaid sunsuits), 1980, 1987, 1980

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.235

Scope and Contents

Two figures in plaid sunsuits, one with overskirt. Black cast shadows in background. Transfer from study collection, 2002; Black and white: charcoal and wash; Signed lower left; Client Lord & Taylor

Dates

  • Creation: 1987
  • Creation: 1980

Creator

Language of Materials

English Latin

Conditions Governing Access

Access is open to researchers by appointment at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Biographical / Historical

Fred Greenhill was an American fashion illustrator. He graduated from Parsons School of Design in 1950. He went on to work as a fashion illustrator for Neiman Marcus through1950s, and was the primary artist for Saks Fifth Avenue during the 1960s and early 1970s. Greenhill is most widely recognized for his Lord & Taylor illustrations, including the company's trademark long-stemmed rose.

Full Extent

From the Collection: 1 placeholder : 152 linear feet Fashion illustrations, watercolors

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Adler, Kermit, 1987

Physical Description

15 1/2 x 14 1/2 inches. Charcoal and wash.

General

Fred Greenhill was an American fashion illustrator. He graduated from Parsons School of Design in 1950. He went on to work as a fashion illustrator for Neiman Marcus through1950s, and was the primary artist for Saks Fifth Avenue during the 1960s and early 1970s. Greenhill is most widely recognized for his Lord & Taylor illustrations, including the company's trademark long-stemmed rose.

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Published

Subject

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository

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