Artifact No. 1988.1039.7, Albert Capraro Beige and Brown Chiffon Caftan; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum (Grand Rapids, MI)
Beige and Brown Chiffon Caftan
Artifact ID1988.1039.7
Object Type
Caftan
Designer
Albert Capraro
(American, 1943 - 2013)
Date
ca.1975
Medium
chiffon, fabric, thread
DimensionsOverall H 56 in x W 25 1/2 in (142.2 cm x 64.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn ankle-length neutral-colored chiffon caftan is decorated with curvy brown stripes, which vary in thickness and length. Opaque beige fabric lines the chiffon.Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this dress during her time as First Lady, including to the state dinner for President Urho Kekkonen of Finland on August 8, 1976.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. First Lady Betty Ford donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1988.
Credit LineGift of Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.