The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright, Part II

Sale 1334

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Closing from:May 8 | 10:00 PM CDT

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Lot 109

Louis Féraud and Ilie Wacs Two Piece Suits Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry

Lot 109

Louis Féraud and Ilie Wacs Two Piece Suits
Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $300 - $500

Estimate$300 – $500

Status

Closed

Louis Féraud and Ilie Wacs Two Piece Suits
Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry

THE FIRST
Button-front jacket in silk crepe with satin- and sequin embellishments at collar, cuffs, and front placket. Features full lining and fabric-covered buttons are center front.
Label: Louis Féraud
Date: Late 20th Century

THE SECOND
Sleeveless dress in silk crepe. Dress is fully-lined with center back rear zipper.
Label: Louis Féraud
Date: Late 20th Century

THE THIRD
Collarless, button-front jacket in black waffle-texture weave with gold-tone metal hardware. Fully-lined with false pockets at hips.
Label: Ilie Wacs/Rizik Bros.
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: United States

THE FOURTH
Sleeveless dress in black waffle-texture weave with gold-tone metal hardware. Fully-lined with rear zipper closure.
Label: Ilie Wacs
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: United States

Includes Four Pieces of Costume Jewelry: Two Necklaces and Two Brooches
Large Necklace Measures Approximately:
19" L x 1.25" W
Large Brooch Measures Approximately:
2.25" W x 1.75" H

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is good, with light signs of wear throughout.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is fair, with moderate areas of fabric abrasion and light residue at underarms.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is good/fair, with light areas of scattered fabric abrasions to exterior.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good/fair, with moderate areas of abrasions and pulls to exterior fabric.

THE FIFTH
The overall condition to costume jewelry pieces is good, with light signs of wear and small scratches.

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 couturecr@hindmanauctions.com 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.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

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Please email samcowan@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

Sam Cowan

Associate Vice President, Head of Sale, Interiors Interiors

samcowan@freemansauction.com 312 280 1212

Sam Cowan is the Associate Vice President, Head of Sale, Interiors
Interiors by Freeman's.

Sam has spent his life in the auction industry, accompanying his father, Wes Cowan to auctions, trade shows and eventually to his own eponymous auction house, in the mid-1990s. He joined his father’s auction house, Cowan’s, full-time in 2012 in the Arms and Armor department and as a fine and decorative arts specialist, a department where he would ultimately become director. Sam has an interest in 20th century design, pottery, early advertising, historic Americana and antique firearms. He is a licensed auctioneer in three states and is a featured appraiser on The Antiques Roadshow.

The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright, Part II

Louis Féraud and Ilie Wacs Two Piece SuitsAccompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry

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Louis Féraud and Ilie Wacs Two Piece Suits
Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry