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Lot Description

Four Ensembles by Arthur McGee, 1970-90s

The Arthur McGee Collection can be found in Lots 1 – 18. The collection includes 45 garments and ensembles designed by Arthur McGee (1933-2019), and an archive of personal and business records. A true trailblazer in the fashion world, McGee was the first African American to run the design room of an established Seventh Avenue apparel company in New York City. He was a highly influential designer and has inspired generations of designers through his talent and mentorship. This collection honors the legacy of Arthur McGee and exemplifies the elegant and innovative designs for which he became renowned. The net proceeds of the collection’s sale will benefit a scholarship for emerging fashion designers from Arthur McGee Legacy, LLC.

This lot contains four ensembles.

THE FIRST
Grey and black checked suit with single button closure, two patch pockets and straight skirt.

Label: Me and McGee by Arthur McGee
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
JACKET
Shoulders: 17.5"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 32"
Hips: 38"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32"

SKIRT
Label: Me and Mcgee by Arthur Mcgee
Size Label: Not labeled

Waist: 28"
Hips: 37"
Length (side waist band to hem): 27"

THE SECOND
Light blue three piece ensemble made of synthetic fabric with front button blouse, removable self fabric belt and long skirt with metal slide and snap closure at the back.

Label: Me and McGee by Arthur McGee
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 23"
Chest: 45"
Waist: 43"
Hips: 43"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 18"

BELT
Length: 70"
Width: 6"

SKIRT
Label: Me and McGee by Arthur McGee
Size Label: Not labeled

Waist: 29"
Hips: 46"
Length (side waist band to hem): 42"

THE THIRD
Black and white printed two piece emsemble made of synthetic crepe fabric, the print consists of a "v" like pattern througnout. The top has a single front button closure at the front. The skirt is gathered at the waistband and has a metal slide closure at the back.

Label: Me and McGee by Arthur McGee
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 23"
Chest: 45"
Waist: 39"
Hips: 41"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 29.5"

SKIRT
Label: Me and McGee by Arthur McGee
Size label: Not labeled

Waist: 27"
Hips: 42"
Length (side waist band to hem): 24.5"

THE FOURTH
Grey cotton two piece ensemble with short sleeve top that goes over the head, the elastic waistband skirt with two pockets on either side and rounded hem.

Label: Me and McGee by Arthur McGee
Size Label: Not labeled

Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 20.5"
Chest: 45"
Waist: 44"
Hips: 44"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 15"

SKIRT
Label: Me and McGee by Arthur Mcgee
Size label: Not labeled

Waist: 34"
Hips: 42"
Length: 23.5"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Collection courtesy of Arthur McGee Legacy, LLC, Johnetta Shearer and Maxine Gordon, Co-Directors

Condition Report

Condiiton:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good with no visible issues to the jacket or skirt.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is fair with multiple small brown spots throughout the skirt and water appears to be water spots in some areas of the skirt. The top has a few faint spots throughout.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good, closure at the back of the skirt has come untacked but retains all of the pieces.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good with signs of faint wear throughout, the top has two small white spots at the front. The elsatic in the waistband has been stretched out, one small snag at the front of the skirt.

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