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Wed, Sep 20, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 131

TWO SILK CHIFFON EVENING OR AFTERNOON DRESSES, 1930s

Estimate: $400 - $600

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 printed silk crepe chiffon ensemble c/o sleeveless dress w/ blouson top & deep skirt flounce sheared to form gathers w/ blue silk chiffon hem stitch border, matching long sleeve jacket, edges finished w/ self bands & blue silk chiffon, lined in silk, 19 20s, dress B 44”, W 42”, L 46”, jacket SH-SH 16”, L 29”, (light stains lap, few small holes & tiny stains, light wear) excellent; 1 violet silk crepe chiffon evening dress w/ fichu style crossover collar, elbow length gathered sleeves, asymmetrical cut front & back, teal velvet bow at CF neck, violet silk slip, 1930s, dress B 44”, W 36”, L 48”, slip B 40”, L 46”, (minor fraying to collar, 0.25” holes each cuff, slip w/ few light stains, few shatter spots) very good. Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.

Condition

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