Three Chanel Cashmere Knits: Two Vests, One Cardigan, 2000-10s

THE FIRST
Sleeveless cashmere knit vest in grey and white with a scoop neckline, two patch pockets on front (that remain sewn closed), and center front button closure. The knit features a vine and berry-like pattern. The buttons are special with a raised starburst.
Label: Chanel
Size Label: 42

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17.5"
Chest: 38"
Waist: 36"
Hips: 37"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 24"

THE SECOND - Autumn 2007
Black and white cashmere cardigan with a fold down collar, long sleeves with a buttoned hem, two patch pockets on the front, and a row of buttons down the center front. The silver-tone buttons feature a star in the center surrounded by a wreath. There is an additional small metal piece sewn to the left pocket that says "Chanel Paris Rue Cambon"
Label: Chanel
Size Label: 40

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15"
Chest: 35"
Waist: 30"
Hips: 34"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 34.5"

THE THIRD
Sleeveless black cashmere knit vest that buttons down the back with fancy buttons featuring a raised starburst. The front features a row of cream silk bows that are trimmed with lace, velvet pieces, and pearls. These bows are mostly detachable, minus a small row of hand-sewn stitches that can be easily removed.
Label: Chanel
Size Label: 42

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 18.5"
Chest: 34"
Waist: 33"
Hips: 33"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25"

Property from the Collection of Jo Ann Cline Yates, Lookout Mountain, Tennessee

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is good to very good as there is minor surface pilling from wear.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is good with wear/pilling over the surface and a small brown spot on the under collar.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is good to very good as there is minor surface pilling from wear.

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Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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Three Chanel Cashmere Knits: Two Vests, One Cardigan, 2000-10s

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