Couture Alert! Here's A Sneak Peek At LACMA's New Gasp-Worthy Collection
By Brenna Egan

Woman’s Evening Dress circa 1912 by Cauët Surs (France, early 20th century); Silk satin with warp-printed cut-pile velvet (velours au sabre), silk lace, silk plain weave (chiffon), silk machine-made tulle with silver metallic chain and rhinestone trim; Purchased with funds provided by Ellen A. Michelson.
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