Prints, 1970, 1970

folder

Identifier: SC.69.6.3.1

Scope and Contents

This folder contains black & white prints depicting women models wearing Maxwell designs. Some of the prints depict models walking in a fashion show held at the National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution. Vera Maxwell also appears alongside two models in fitting sessions in two prints. Also, included are photomechanically reproduced sketches of designs for womenswear and news clippings. There are also two texts about Vera Maxwell that were written for press releases.

Dates

Creation: 1970

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