Sold for $9,375

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Lot Description

Christian Dior Haute Couture Lace Top and Skirt, Autumn/Winter 1997

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 one haute couture top and skirt.

Top and skirt of metallic lace with fringe. The fitted top is made with grey lace in a floral pattern with elbow-length sleeves, crew neckline, and a center back closure. The black sheer skirt is woven with grey lace flowers and a beaded and fringe trim down the side and around hem.
Top
Label: Christian Dior Haute Couture Paris AH 97

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 29420

Approximate Measurements:

Shoulders: 17"

Chest: 35"

Waist: 34"

Hips: 35"

Length (high shoulder point to hem): 22.5"

Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 24"

Skirt
Label: Jupe 39 AH97

Size Label: Not sized

Style/Serial No.: 29419

Approximate Measurements:

Waist: 29"

Hips: 32"

Length (side waist band to hem): 42"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Property from a Private Collection, Arlington, Virginia

Condition Report

Condition:
The overall condition is very good some signs of light wear throughout.

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