Augusta Auctions
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Summer Solstice Treasures

Wed, Jun 28, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 157

DORIS DUKE GYM OR SWIMWEAR, USA, 1930s

Estimate: $300 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$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
1-pc black rayon swimsuit, gathered B into CF tie, gathers on SSs to form horizontal puckers across lower front, SH straps crossed & fastened to back loops w/ adjustable snaps, lined in cotton jersey, B 38", W 30", (fabric stretched, heavy wear, few light stains); 6 pairs men’s wool or knitted gym or bathing shorts w/ right front pocket flap, white piping at SS, all w/ label “Spalding”, W range 28"-40", L range 12"-15", (all but 1 missing belt, belt very discolored, 1 w/ 6" repair CF, some w/ light stains up to 1", all w/ light wear/fraying) swimsuit good, shorts good-very good. From the Estate of Doris Duke, Newport Restoration Foundation.

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