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Christian Dior Haute couture, automne-hiver 1951-1952
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- façonné de soie
A cocktail dress "Ligne longue" of Staron pin-taffeta silk
Provenance
Wardrobe of Mrs.Georges Descrières.
Condition
A Christian Dior pin-taffeta gown, circa 1950, narrow gold on black label to neck, with separate boned bodice worn under the dress with, large fan-pleat of fabric cascading from left hip, bust 86cm, 34in, waist 64cm,25in
Good condition, waist seam needs slightly re-stitching (minor) left underarm seam needs re-stitching approx 1 cm. Hem on inner pencil skirt has been folded back and shortened by approx 5 cm, but look reversible. Subject to unpicking it. Slight soiling on inside underarm. Fabric is fresh and good. Inner corseted bodice.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."