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Lot 5

Christian Dior by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress and Shoes, Spring-Summer 1958 — Worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland

Lot 5

Christian Dior by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress and Shoes, Spring-Summer 1958

Worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

Estimate$1,200 – $1,800

Status

Closed

Christian Dior by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress and Shoes, Spring-Summer 1958

Worn by Dame Olivia de Havilland

Sleeveless a-line dress of embroidered flowers in an antique white, layered with embroidered pink flowers with petals that curl. The dress has no visible seams or darts, with all shaping created through the pieceing together of the embroidred fabric. A majority of this dress was sewn by hand. The exterior of the dress is lined with two layers of silk tulle over an inner dress, which closes down the center back with a zip. The embroidered exterior closes down the center back with a series of small snaps. The matching shoes are made of a pale pink/cream satin and finished with a self-fabric rose over each toe.

Label: Christian Dior / Paris / Printemps-Ete 1958
Haute Couture Unique ID Number: Illegible/Worn away

Approximate Flat Measurements Across the Front:

Bust: 16.5"

Waist:14.5 "

Hips: 20"
Shoulder: 15"

Length (from underarm): 33"

Shoe Label: Delman / Christian Dior / Paris
Shoes are without size label and measure from toe to heel: 9.5"

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

Condition:
The dress is in excellent condition with one loose snap at the bottom of the center back closure. The shoes are worn but in good condition with wrinkles across the vamp and a small hole on the left back heel.

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.