Rare Vintage 1980s Missoni for Bloomingdale’s "Postcard" Intarsia Sweater
This stunning, highly collectible Missoni piece features a vibrant, multi-colored intarsia knit depicting iconic European landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Big Ben, and the Arc de Triomphe. A true piece of wearable art, this sweater was crafted specifically for Bloomingdale’s as part of a limited collaboration. Vintage Missoni Collectors!
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Era: 1980s. The specific "Missoni for Bloomingdale's" woven tag and the bold, graphic architectural intarsia design are hallmark characteristics of Missoni's high-end knitwear from this decade.
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Designer: Missoni for Bloomingdale’s.
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Origin: Made in Italy.
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Design Details:
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Features a detailed, panoramic "postcard" motif of European cityscapes.
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Crafted with a complex, multi-tonal knit in purple, yellow, teal, and terracotta.
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Finished with a ribbed crew neck and colorful geometric borders at the cuffs and hem.
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Fabric: Typically a high-quality blend of Cotton, Rayon, and Linen, common for Missoni's lighter-weight intarsia knits of this era.
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Condition: In good vintage condition for its age.
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There are a few faint spots on the fabric, which are pointed out in the close-up detail photos. There was a repair made on the hem of the left inner cuff. See close ups.
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The colors remain exceptionally vibrant and the knit structure is well-preserved.
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- Size: Large
- Chest: 40"
- Shoulder: 24"
- Shoulder to Hem: 25.5"
- Sleeves: 3/4
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