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Lot 32

Dress, bag, necklace and earrings, 1989. Dress designed by Paul Zastupnevitch, made by Western Costume Company in Los Angeles. — Worn by Olivia de Havilland for the 15th People’s Choice Awards on March 12, 1989 to accept the People’s Choice Award for “Gone With the Wind” as the favorite film of all time.

Lot 32

Dress, bag, necklace and earrings, 1989. Dress designed by Paul Zastupnevitch, made by Western Costume Company in Los Angeles.

Worn by Olivia de Havilland for the 15th People’s Choice Awards on March 12, 1989 to accept the People’s Choice Award for “Gone With the Wind” as the favorite film of all time.

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $400 - $600

Estimate$400 – $600

Status

Closed

Dress, bag, necklace and earrings, 1989. Dress designed by Paul Zastupnevitch, made by Western Costume Company in Los Angeles.

Worn by Olivia de Havilland for the 15th People’s Choice Awards on March 12, 1989 to accept the People’s Choice Award for “Gone With the Wind” as the favorite film of all time.

Rose silk crepe dress made of multiple layers of the same material with a wide, sweeping hem and a single, see-through layer for the sleeves. Rose fabric roses are sewn to the left neckline. The dress closes down the center back. The bag is finished with the same material as the dress and is with a single flap and chain strap. A silvertone, rhinestone and faux pearl necklace and earrings are included with this ensemble.

All of the items are unlabelled.

Approximate Flat Measurements Across the Front:
DRESS

Bust: 18"

Waist: 20"

Hips: 22"
Shoulder: 15"
Sleeve (shoulder to hem): 25"

Length (from underarm): 46"

Bag: 10" L x .75" W x 6" H; handle drop: 13.5"

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

Condition:
Overall good condition. The material is in overall very good condition with one small brown spot on the front waistline and three small splits under the right arm. The scarf has two tears. One is a small tear, approximately 1/2" long. The second is an 'L-shaped' tear in the weave approximately 1.5" x .5".

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.