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Lot Description

Two Christian Dior Haute Couture Items and Unlabeled Coat 1989 - 2012

The twenty-five lots of Dior haute couture in this auction (Lots 46-70) represent the work of nearly every creative director at the House of Dior.

This lot contains two haute couture dresses and one vintage velvet evening coat.

THE FIRST
Light tan silk dress with crew neckline, extended shoulder seam, waist seam, and a center back zipper closure.
Label: Christian Dior Paris Printemps - Ete 1989

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 25454

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 22"

Chest: 38"

Waist: 31"

Hips: 36"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 47.5"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): Sleeveless with dropped shoulder

THE SECOND
Sleevelss cream silk dress with scoop neckline, princess seams, and a center back zipper closure.
Label: Christian Dior Paris Printemps - Ete 1989

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 35193

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 14"

Chest: 35"

Waist: 38"

Hips: 38"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 52.5"

THE THIRD
Back velvet evening coat lined in synthetic cream lining.
Label: International Ladies Garment Union

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 704195

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 19"

Chest: 48"

Waist: 54"

Hips: 56"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 55"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 25"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Property from a Private Collection, Arlington, Virginia

Condition Report

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good, some signs of light wear throughout.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good, some signs of light wear throughout.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is good with staining to the synthetic lining throughout, not visible on the exterior of the garment.

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