Center Stage: The Laura Pels Collection | Act III: Luxury Handbags and Couture

Sale 2091

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Lot 218

A Collection of Six Separates by Geoffrey Beene, Featuring Chantilly Lace

Lot 218

A Collection of Six Separates by Geoffrey Beene, Featuring Chantilly Lace

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $400 - $600

Estimate$400 – $600

Status

Closed

A Collection of Six Separates by Geoffrey Beene, Featuring Chantilly Lace

THE FIRST
Off-white silk-satin blouse featuring black lace bib and trim. Two-button closure at rear neckline.
Label: Geoffrey Beene (removed)
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 32"
Chest: 40"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: 29"
Length from Center Back Neckline: 24"

THE SECOND
Bateau neckline top in heather grey knit with fitted kimono-cut sleeves.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 32"
Chest: 41"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: "
Length from Center Back Neckline: 21"

THE THIRD
Hooded, open-front lightweight jacket in black wool crepe with Chantilly lace trim. Two front patch pockets. Unlined.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 38"
Chest: 47"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: 32"
Length from Center Back Neckline: 33"

THE FOURTH
Hooded, open-front lightweight jacket in grey with subtle grid weave, matching both the skirt and the pants in this lot below. Black Chantilly lace trim. Two front patch pockets. Unlined. Shoulder pads.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 38"
Chest: 48"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: 33"
Length from Center Back Neckline: 32"

THE FIFTH
Double-pleat pants in grey with subtle grid weave, matching the jacket above and skirt below. High-waisted with tapered leg. Zip and hook-and-bar closures at rear waistline. Two pockets. Lined.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Waist: 30.5"
Rise: 14"
Inseam: 26.5"

THE SIXTH
Straight skirt in grey with subtle grid weave, matching the jacket and pants above. Rear zip closure. Lined.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Waist: 31"
Length: 23"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is good to very good. Scattered discolorations, including near hemline, shoulder, and interior chest.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is good to very good. A few scattered, lightened discolorations, and a few small pulls.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is very good. A few faint discolorations.

THE FIFTH
The overall condition is very good. A few faint interior discolorations,

THE SIXTH
The overall condition is very good.

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.

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Tanner Branson

Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Luxury Handbags & Couture

tannerbranson@freemansauction.com 312 280 1212

Tanner Branson joined Freeman’s in 2022 where he provides streamlined services for couture clients evaluating and appraising luxury handbags and luxury goods. Mr. Branson brings over a decade of experience in the luxury market working for brands such as The Row and Brunello Cucinelli. He has also collaborated with celebrity clients to curate personal and public wardrobes and done commercial and editorial styling work for print and digital publications internationally. At Freeman’s Mr. Branson combines his endless passion for fashion history and luxury goods with his educational background. He has a BA in Fashion Business from Columbia College. Mr. Branson is affiliated with various auxiliary boards including the Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum. Mr. Branson also appears on the top-rated PBS television program Antiques Roadshow.

Center Stage: The Laura Pels Collection | Act III: Luxury Handbags and Couture

A Collection of Six Separates by Geoffrey Beene, Featuring Chantilly Lace

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