Press photo, woman in mirrored dress, Los Angeles, 11 September 1926

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Press photo, woman in mirrored dress, Los Angeles, 11 September 1926

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2014.94.1.1

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Press photo, woman in mirrored dress, Los Angeles, 11 September 1926. Young woman with short cropped hair standing on a roof wearing a two piece dress and hat. Torso of dress completely covered with tiny mirrors. Skirt portion with waistband covered in mirrors with tassels hanging down extending to mid thigh. The dress was designed by Lucille Balentine in Los Angeles. There is a typed description on reverse. White ink added to photo to outline figure. Black ink used to accentuate feathers on hat. In good condition despite the minor creasing, warping, surface soiling, and adhesive residue on reverse.

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