Augusta Auctions
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Holiday Vintage & Couture

Wed, Dec 6, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 226

PERIWINKLE SILK FAILLE DAY DRESS, c. 1867

Estimate: $500 - $800

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

2-pc periwinkle silk faille day dress c/o fitted bodice w/ pleated white silk bands to front, back & cuff, CF thread covered button closures, silk ribbon bows to sleeves & at CB W, full trained skirt w/ inverted box pleat to CB, c. 1867, B 34”, L 21”, skirt W 26”, L 40”, (many small stains/holes/snacks, underarms discolored w/ small tears, 1.75” repair right elbow, wear spots, 2.5” tear along front left skirt W & 1” back left W, light discoloration, shattering to hem w/ few tears up to 3.5”) good. Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.

Condition

Good

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