Two Antique Chemises, Owned by Denise Poiret

From the personal collection of Denise Poiret, wife of couturier Paul Poiret.

THE FIRST
Sleeveless chemise in white linen, with a large band of crocheted lace at the lower half of chemise. Round neckline. Midi-length. No closures. Unlined. Features stitched-in tag at interior hem that reads "SACK 1912", written by Denise Poiret.

Label: Unlabeled
Size Label: Unmarked
Date: 1912
Country of Origin: France

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14“
Chest: 44“
Waist: 47“
Hips: 52“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 47“

THE SECOND
Sleeveless chemise in white cotton voile with lace trim at neckline and armholes. Wide scoop neckline. Mid-thigh length. Decorative pintucks and embroidery at front, near neckline. Features small embroidered "DP" monogram at upper chest. No closures. Unlined.

Label: Unlabeled
Size Label: Unmarked
Date: 1910
Country of Origin: France

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17.5“
Chest: 40“
Waist: 44“
Hips: 48“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 37“

From a Denver Collector

This lot is located in Chicago.

THE FIRST - Purchased on February 14, 2008 from a Beaussant-Lefevre auction, featuring the collection of Poiret's grandchildren. Lot #47.

THE SECOND - Purchased on May 10th & 11th, 2008 from Drouot-Richelieu Auction, La Création en Liberté: Univers de Paul et Denise Poiret, 1905-1928. Lot #235.