Hentz, Eta, 1895-1986.

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Born in Hungary, Hentz emigrated to the United States in 1923 after studying at the Hungarian Royal Academy. With business partner David Marcus, Hentz formed Eta, Inc., a fashionable women's clothing company that specialized in gowns. In the 1940's the company changed its name to Ren-Eta, , and she became known as Madame Eta. She was known for her use of lace and skill in creating designs for petites with minimal tailoring.

From the description of Eta Hentz papers, 1934-1948. (Fashion Institute of Tech Library). WorldCat record id: 225867738

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Birth 1895

Death 1986

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