Spring Fashion & Accessories

Condition:

The overall condition of the slip is good, while the top is in poor condition with several condition issues, such as the following:
Structural Issues: Throughout the exterior of the top, there are splits in the fabric as the silk is brittle, especially around the shoulders and the center fronts with some of the gold-thread embroidery is beginning to come loose.
Split/Seperated Seams: The lace trim along the sleeves is beginning to seperate, primarily the left sleeve.
Losses: Several areas of lost pearls and thread from ear. 
Fading/Color Change: On the interior, there is soiling troughout the top trim of the slip.
Soiling/Spots: On the front exterior of the slipi, there are small spots throughout, primarily on the center front, right above the lace, and just below the neckline. There is also spots throughout the lace detailing.
Insect Damage: N/A
Corosion/Tarnish: There is darkening to the gold-tone threads throughout.
Repairs/Alterations: N/A

Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email [email protected] with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction. 

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