Lot 23
Two Geoffrey Beene Dresses, Spring 1968
Estimate
$1,500 - $2,000

Sold for $2,250

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Two Geoffrey Beene Dresses, Spring 1968

A duplicate of the white dress was donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art by Geoffrey Beene in 2001: accession number 2001.393.2. 

Geoffrey Beene archive notes state the design of the white dress was 'designed for the Supremes in 1968'. 

The First: Multi-colored sequin striped mini cocktail dress with wide scoop neck, white ostrich feathered skirt, and center back zipper closure. 
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 16

The Second: Multi-colored sequin striped mini cocktail dress with jewel neck, black ostrich feathered skirt, and center back zipper closure. 
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Inventory No.: 16

The First:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 17"
Waist: 16.5"
Hip: 18"
Shoulders: 12.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 26"
  
The Second:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 16" 
Waist: 15"
Hip: 17"
Shoulders: 12"
Length (underarm to hem): 25"
The Geoffrey Beene Archive
Condition Report

Condition:
The First:
Overall condition is good with missing sequins on each shoulder. 
 
The Second:
Overall condition is very good with a few missing sequins on the left shoulder. 
  
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