Dress worn by Celia Cruz

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On View
Musical Crossroads Gallery
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Objects in this Location
Exhibition
Musical Crossroads
Created by
Arteaga, José Enrique, Cuban American
Worn by
Cruz, Celia, Cuban American, 1925 - 2003
Date
1970s
Medium
sequin
Dimensions
L x W: 53 1/4 x 48 1/2 in. (135.3 x 123.2 cm)
Waist: 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Description
Red, gold, and blue sequin dress designed with horizontal, varied stripes and large open sleeves.
Classification
Clothing-Costume
Type
dresses
Topic
Clothing and dress
Fashion
Salsa (Music)
Singers (Musicians)
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Celia Cruz Knight Estate
Object number
2013.8
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
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GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd54ec844e4-b249-4b9a-b7ec-64afb092f95c

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