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Lot 1

Christian Dior Haute Couture Day Dress and Belt, Autumn/Winter 1954 — Worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland on the day before her wedding to Pierre Galante.

Lot 1

Christian Dior Haute Couture Day Dress and Belt, Autumn/Winter 1954

Worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland on the day before her wedding to Pierre Galante.

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Estimate$3,000 – $5,000

Status

Closed

Christian Dior Haute Couture Day Dress and Belt, Autumn/Winter 1954

Worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland on the day before her wedding to Pierre Galante.

Brown wool dress with squared neckline flanked by two decorative leather buttons and short raglan sleeves. The main seams of the ensemble are sewn by machine while the inside, finishing stitches are done by hand. The skirt is flared at the front hip with two pleats and has a tapered hem. The dress closes down the center back with a zip and hook and eye.

Dress Label: Christian Dior / Paris / Automne-Hiver 1954
Haute Couture Unique ID Number: 46687
Belt is unlabelled.

Approximate Flat Measurements Across the Front:
DRESS

Bust: 16"

Waist: 13"

Hips: 18"
Shoulder: 15"
Sleeve (shoulder to hem): 6"

Length (from underarm): 33"

Belt: 1.25" W x 30" L

Haute Couture and Hollywood Designs worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland.

Condition:
Overall very good condition. The main brown wool is in very good condition with some wear under each arm. The top left button is detached at the neckline. The center back zip has been repaired and doesn't zip up the last two inches near the neck. There is also a repair at the top of the pleat at the center back hem.

The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. As everything is sold 'as is', we suggest that you request a more detailed condition report and additional photo. This can be obtained via the INQUIRE button or by email at [email protected]. Condition is a matter of opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.

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Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

[email protected]312.334.4222

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.