Augusta Auctions
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Holiday Vintage & Couture

Wed, Dec 6, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 14

DEVORE VELVET & NOVELTY LAME PARTY DRESSES, 1923-1925

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

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$0 $25
$500 $50
$2,000 $100
$5,000 $250
$10,000 $500
$20,000 $1,000
$40,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
$500,000 $10,000
$1,000,000 $25,000

2-pc purple devore chiffon velvet in Moderne rose motif w/ tabbed front hem edged w/ short amethyst bugle beaded looped fringe, double painted velvet & silk roses to left H, original slip included, c. 1923, B 48", W 40", L 47", underdress B 42", L 44", (underarm discoloration, few small spot stains, few loose stitches at side gathers, few missing beads, light 1" stain CB hem); 1 lavender & lame woven perforated lace w/ V-neckline & back right SH drape, c. 1925, B 44", W 40", L 45"-50", (slip N/I, 0.5" seam opening left underarm, 0.5" hole right W, few repairs up to 2" in skirt) both very good; t/w twill silk satin & silk lace party dress. Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.

Condition

Very Good

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Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.