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Sale 2091

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Lot 243

Three Dresses and Three Accessories by Geoffrey Beene

Lot 243

Three Dresses and Three Accessories by Geoffrey Beene

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $500 - $700

Estimate$500 – $700

Status

Closed

Three Dresses and Three Accessories by Geoffrey Beene

THE FIRST
Raglan-sleeve black satin dress with paneled bodice. Lined. Rear zip closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 32"
Chest: 36"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: 29.5"
Length from Center Back Neckline: 38"

THE SECOND
Raglan-sleeve copper-brown satin dress with paneled bodice. Lined. Rear zip closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 32"
Chest: 36"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: 30"
Length from Center Back Neckline: 38"

THE THIRD
Long-sleeve shift dress. Slight gathering at shoulder. Lined. Rear zip closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Size: Not Listed
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
Shoulders: 31"
Chest: 38"
Sleeve Length from Center Back Neckline: 30"
Length from Center Back Neckline: 38"

THE FOURTH
Shawl in olive-brown silk with abstract floral jacquard and pleated edges. Vaguely U-shaped so that it may drape around the wearer's shoulders and trail down.
Label: Geoffrey Beene (label removed)
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
54" W x 66" L

THE FIFTH
Triangular black silk-satin shawl with metallic lace trim.
Label: Geoffrey Beene (label removed)
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

Approximate Dimensions:
53.5" W x 30.5" H"

THE SIXTH
Rounded false collar in black with beaded embellishments. Tie closure.
Label: Geoffrey Beene
Date: 1980s-90s
Country of Origin: United States

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good. Light discoloration at interior underarm.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good. Small mark near hip at rear.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good. Small mark on skirt at front.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is very good. A few small, scattered surface abrasions.

THE FIFTH
The overall condition is very good. A few small abrasions within lace.

THE SIXTH
The overall condition is very good. Slight fraying at ribbon tie closure.

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.

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