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Untitled (Three figures, one in sleeveless sheath, one in pinstriped tunic, one in ruffled sleeves), undated, 2001, undated

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.342

Scope and Contents

Three figures, one in sleeveless sheath, one in pinstriped tunic, one in ruffled sleeves; Black and white: charcoal and gouache on gray paper

Dates

  • Creation: 2001
  • Creation: undated

Creator

Language of Materials

English Latin

Conditions Governing Access

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

Biographical / Historical

Kenneth Paul Block was an American fashion illustrator. He worked as an in-house artist for Fairchild Publications and was featured prominently in their magazines Women's Wear Daily and W. His personal clientele included fashion retailers including Bergdorf-Goodman, Lord &Taylor, and Bonwit-Teller. His long-term life partner was fellow artist and fabric designer Morton Ribyat.

Full Extent

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

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift, 2001

Physical Description

30 x 20 inches (mat), 24 7/8 x 18 3/4 inches (drawing). Charcoal and gouache on paper.

General

Kenneth Paul Block was an American fashion illustrator. He worked as an in-house artist for Fairchild Publications and was featured prominently in their magazines Women's Wear Daily and W. His personal clientele included fashion retailers including Bergdorf-Goodman, Lord &Taylor, and Bonwit-Teller. His long-term life partner was fellow artist and fabric designer Morton Ribyat.

General

Published

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections and FIT Archive Repository

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