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Annual Autumnal Elegance

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Our annual Autumnal Elegance Auction marks a welcome change of seasons here in New England towards cooler weather and even cooler vintage fashion. This fast-paced flurry of vintage, historical clothing, rare textiles and accessories is sure to have something for every sartorial enthusiast. New-to-market treasures from many museums, historical societies and a select few private collections. Augusta Auctions office@augusta-auction.com
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THREE HENRI BENDEL DAY OR HOSTESS ENSEMBLES, NEW YORK, 1946-EARLY 1950s
Lot 223

THREE HENRI BENDEL DAY OR HOSTESS ENSEMBLES, NEW YORK, 1946-EARLY 1950s

Estimate: $300 - $500
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1 blue silk velvet dress w/wide square standing collar, c.1946, label “Young Timers, Henri Bendel”, B 34”, W 24”, L 46”, (belt missing, areas of light wear/crushing, few 0.25”-1” stains) very good; 1 red & green patterned silk hostess robe w/forest green silk velvet lapels & cuffs, c. 1950, label “Henri Bendel, New York”, B 38”, W 28”, L 58”, (loose stitching b/t CF opening inner fold, crushing velvet) excellent; 1 grey wool blend check skirt suit w/silk velvet collar & silk lining, early 1950's, label " Young Timers, Henri Bendel”, jacket B 35”, L 22”, skirt W 26”, L 25”, (light crushing & 0.25” wear spot collar, light discoloration underarms, pulls/wear spots esp. seat, shatter underarm lining, tears skirt lining) very good. Provenance: Brooklyn Museum

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