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Untitled (Three figures in swimsuits in pool), 1970, 2001, 1970

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.271

Scope and Contents

Three figures in swimsuits in pool; Color: rapidograph and markers; Signed lower center; Client WWD

Dates

  • Creation: 2001
  • Creation: 1970

Creator

Language of Materials

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 wish to schedule an appointment to view this material or have any questions, visit our website.

Biographical / Historical

Robert Passantino worked as a fashion illustrator for WWD starting around 1970. His illustrations were inspired by the thin, youthful models of the late 1960s. He enjoyed sketching footwear the best. The dancewear company Capezio offered Passantino a design position but the illustrator declined and continued to sketch.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Passantino, Robert, 2001

Physical Description

15 1/2 x 13 inches. Ink and marker.

General

Robert Passantino worked as a fashion illustrator for WWD starting around 1970. His illustrations were inspired by the thin, youthful models of the late 1960s. He enjoyed sketching footwear the best. The dancewear company Capezio offered Passantino a design position but the illustrator declined and continued to sketch.

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Subject

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository

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