18th Nov, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST

Costume, Accessories & Textiles

 
  Lot 2019
 

2019

Early 20th Century French Costume, comprising a black silk long sleeve day dress with black net mounts to the cuffs, collar and modesty panel woven with coloured threads
another stylish dress in black with short sleeves, collar, button fastening to the front and belt, with red and white floral embroidered patch pockets, collar and buttons
black silk evening coat with long sleeves, fabric 'swirl' button fastening, unlined
black astracan shoulder cape
(4)

Property of a lady and contents of her Paris apartment

Sold for £140
Estimated at £100 - £200


 

Black dress with red embroidery - pockets possibly restitched, slight wear overall.
Capelet - some wear and fading.
Coat - tiny pin prick sized hole to the back and rubbing to the silk.
Black silk dress - silk is worn and rubbed.

 


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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 18th Nov, 2022

Over 260 lots to include three fine private collections of rare antique costume and textiles. Also included is a range of collector’s and fashion items, quilts, dolls, fine household linens, samplers, embroidery, sewing accessories and lace, period and modern costume.

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Tuesday 15 November - Wednesday 16 November 10am-4pm, Thursday 17 November 10am-5pm and morning of sale from 8am

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