Two Emmelle Suits Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry and Caiman Handbag
Sale 1334 - The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright, Part II
Lots Open
Apr 26, 2024
Lots Close
May 8, 2024
Timed Online / Chicago
Estimate
$200 -
$300
Sold for $1,778
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Two Emmelle Suits Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry and Caiman Handbag
The second jacket was worn by Secretary Albright on The Stephen Colbert Show in April of 2018 and to the J Street Conference in Washington D.C. in 2017.
THE FIRST
Unstructured, button-front jacket in brown poly crepe with small, stand collar. Unlined.
Label: Emmelle
Country of Origin: United States
THE SECOND
Flat-front pant in brown poly crepe with elasticated waistband. Unlined.
Label: Emmelle
Country of Origin: United States
THE THIRD
Unstructured, button-front jacket in black poly crepe with small stand collar. Unlined.
Label: Emmelle
Country of Origin: United States
THE FOURTH
Straight leg pant in black lightweight canvas with partially-elasticated waistband. Unlined.
Label: Emmelle
Date: Contemporary
Country of Origin: United States
THE FIFTH
A Collection of Costume Jewelry Brooches.
Largest Brooch Measures Approximately:
4.75" W x 2.75" H
THE SIXTH
Small top-handle flap bag in black Caiman crocodile leather. Gold-tone metal chain strap. Two interior pockets.
Label: The Barfield Collection
Approximate Measurements:
7.5" W x 5" H x 2.5" D
Condition Report
Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is fair, with moderate abrasions and small pulls.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good, with light signs of wear throughout.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is good, with light signs of wear throughout fabric. Small area of popped seam at left arm.
THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good, with light signs of wear.
THE FIFTH
The overall condition is good, with light signs of wear.
THE SIXTH
The overall condition of all items is good, with signs of light wear commensurate with their vintage nature.
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