19th Aug, 2023 10:30 GMT/BST
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
2243
Early 20th Century Crepe Dresses and Coats, comprising an orange short sleeved dress with button and ruffle tab detail to the bodice, scooped neckline with collar,
another with elbow length sleeves, scooped neckline, ruffle trim to the bodice and faux wrap skirt,
a purple long sleeved dress with collar, floral embroidered detail to the bust area,
a brown long sleeved dress with collar, multi-button fastening to the front, drawn thread detailing, brown silk modesty panel,
black crepe evening coat with long sleeves, fabric tie to the neck, scalloped detail over the sleeves, single button fastening and appliqué 'V' to the reverse,
Fraser Sons and Co Ltd Glasgow evening coat with scalloped detail to the front opening and pockets, long sleeves, fabric tie to the waist,
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Sold for £380
Estimated at £150 - £250
Orange crepe dress - 32" bust, 30" waist, belt missing, slight staining in areas and under the sleeves, stitched repairs under both sleeves, and slight wear overall.
Orange wrap dress - 32" bust, 28" waist, belt missing, slight fading/discolouration to the shoulders and sleeves.
Purple dress - 32" bust, 26" waist, slight fading to the shoulders, no belt, few loose stitches to the dart on the back.
Brown dress - 36" bust, 34" waist, small hole to the bodice, wear to the brown silk and slight fading.
Black dress - 36" bust, slight fading and wear.
Fraser & Sons evening coat - 36" bust, slight fading overall and some wear, stitched repair to the pockets.
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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 19th Aug, 2023
The sale will include the first part of 'Americana Dreams: The Peter Leathers Collection', a unique private collection of 1950s menswear and accessories. The collection was put together over a life time by Peter Leathers, a fashion designer, jewellery maker and guitarist from West Yorkshire, and the sale will be a must-visit for any vintage fans.
A range of guitars, radios, ephemera and more will be on offer in the Scientific and Musical Instruments Sale on 27th September.
Alongside a wide offering of period, vintage and modern designer costume in the sale are further notable lots including a late 19th century rocking horse, a 17th century band sampler and unusual 19th century quilts and a range of Louis Vuitton luggage.
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Wednesday 16 August - Thursday 17 August 10am-4pm, Friday 18 August 10am-5pm and the morning of the sale from 8am
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