18th Nov, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
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Circa 1940-60s Costume, comprising a Susan Small Model black jersey cocktail dress with a scooped neckline and black velvet trim under the bust, three quarter length gathered sleeves and full skirt
Paul Jonas Model cocktail dress in a black floral flocked velvet on a bronzed base, black velvet hem, capped short sleeves, and a similar straight skirt
similar green velvet shift dress with capped sleeves and green silk cummerband with a bow to the front
cream, pink and blue paisley style long sleeved silk dress with a v-neck, shaped waistband and gathered detail to the waist
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Sold for £140
Estimated at £150 - £250
Susan Small dress - 34" bust, slight wear overall.
Paul Jonas dress - 40" bust, slight wear and rubbing to the waistline, hem added later.
green velvet dress - 36" bust, slight rubbing to the velvet under the arms.Cream and pink paisley dress - 40" bust, wear and holes under both arms, slight discolouration and wear.
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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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