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Spring Sartorial Spectacular

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 9

SHOT PATTERNED SILK GOWN WITH DAY & EVENING BODICE, EARLY-MID 1870s

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

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$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

3-pc black & purple shot silk w/ woven miniature polka dot c/o day bodice w/ magenta silk ribbon edging at base of standing collar, along edge of CF self bows, to short SH cap & CB tabs w/ woven silk fringe, evening bodice w/ piped wide bateau neckline, armscye & short sleeve, original self belt, asymmetrical bustle skirt w/ woven silk fringe, day bodice B 30”, L 17”, evening bodice B 30", L 12", skirt W 26", L 42", (many missing closures, underarm discoloration, wear & shatter to belt trim, polka dots worn off CB SH & lap, small stains, tiny holes, day bodice w/ minor shatter & fabric stressing at underarms & collar, SS let out, 1” seam opening CF, loose stitches b/t trim, skirt w/ shatter at W, 3.5” tear CB seat) good. Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum.

Condition

Good

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Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum.