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Autumn Rust Mohair Fiber Art Sailor Pullover and Midi Skirt Ensemble-M-L, 1970s
About the Item
A member of the Royal Society of Arts, fiber artist Kay Cosserat was one of the most prominent and decorated knitwear designers of the 20th century. Her untimely death left few pieces in circulation, and most are currently housed in the Victoria & Albert Museum's permanent collection. This ensemble is a beautiful example of her muted, comfortable aesthetic and represents sweater dressing at its artistic best.
Matching vintage cocoon pullover top and skirt of open weave knit mohair. Oversized top features dropped bishop sleeves, gathered elastic waistband and 7” sailor collar; pullover construction with no closures of any kind. Matching skirt with gathered elastic waist and slightly flared hemline; pull-on construction with no closures of any kind. Both pieces unlined.
fabric: mohair, nylon, wool
noteworthy: dry clean only
repairs: none
condition: excellent
measurements:
•top•
collar: 7” at widest
shoulders: 19” (dropped)
sleeve: 22” from shoulder, 16” from underarm
sleeve circumference: 17” at upper arm, 9” (unstretched) at elastic wrist
bust: to 58”
waist: 26” unstretched to 48” fully stretched
length: 19” from shoulder, 12” from underarm
•skirt•
waist: 28” unstretched to 46” fully stretched
hips: to 64”
length: 30”
sweep: 98”
label: Kay Cosserat (Made in England)
size: one size only; comparable to modern size medium
- Designer:Kay Cosserat
- Brand:Kay Cosserat
- Dimensions:Marked Size: one size; compare to size M-L (US)Bust: 58 in (147.32 cm)Waist: 28 in (71.12 cm)Hip: 64 in (162.56 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 49 in (124.46 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Material Notes:Gossamer, open weave; extremely rare example of designer outside museum collections.
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
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