Augusta Auctions
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Holiday Vintage & Couture

Wed, Dec 6, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 77

TWO SILK CHIFFON OR CREPE DINNER DRESSES, 1932-1935

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 black & white printed fine silk crepe evening dress w/ high front cowl neck into CB caped collar, bias cut flared skirt trimmed w/ self-ruffles, original sash belt, c. 1935, B 34”, W 30”, L 52”, (W altered, minor discoloration, few tiny stains/holes, 0.5” repair back left SH) excellent; 1 black silk chiffon dinner dress w/ net insertion or edging to scoop neckline, modified bertha collar & hem w/ cutout chiffon applique, c. 1932, B 44”, W 42”, L 56”, (pinholes, small holes in net collar w/ 1” seam opening, 1” repair hem, belt missing, holes in net hem up to 1”) very good. Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.

Condition

Very Good-Excellent

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