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Lot 19

Two Paco Rabanne Printed Chain Mesh Dresses and a Pair of Earrings, 1960s

Lot 19

Two Paco Rabanne Printed Chain Mesh Dresses and a Pair of Earrings, 1960s

Status:

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Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

Estimate$1,000 – $2,000

Status

Closed

Two Paco Rabanne Printed Chain Mesh Dresses and a Pair of Earrings, 1960s

The First:
Metal mesh dress of a black, blue, red and pink zig-zag design with square openwork around top edge.
Label: Paco Rabanne / Paris / Made in France
On the above label are the hand-written numbers '19'

The Second:
Metal mesh dress of a black, green, yellow and iridescent gold design with two strips of square openwork around top edge and waistline.
Label: Paco Rabanne / Paris / Made in France
On the above label are the hand-written numbers '20'

The second dress comes with a pair of earrings made of a similar metal mesh. The earrings are un-stamped and are made with a yellow color that is close, but doesn't match the dress. These earrings do not appear to be made by Paco Rabanne.

The First:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 18"
Waist: 18"
Hip: 18"
Length (underarm to hem): 26"

The Second:
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 18"
Waist: 18"
Hip: 18"
Length (underarm to hem): 25"

Property From the Ebony Fashion Fair Archive

Condition:

The First:
The dress is in overall poor condition with numerous holes around the base of the dress, around the top and on the shoulder straps. Numerous breaks are being held together with old tape. Repairs on many of the breaks appear possible as most of the pieces are present, but have 'broken' apart.

The Second:
The dress is in overall poor condition with numerous breaks around the lattice work top with most breaks appearing to be able to be repaired as there appears to be minor mesh loss.

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 couturecr@lesliehindman.com. Condition is a matter of opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.

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Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

timothylong@hindmanauctions.com 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.

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Luxe Holiday Featuring Property from Ebony Fashion Fair: The Final Show (Online Only)

Two Paco Rabanne Printed Chain Mesh Dresses and a Pair of Earrings, 1960s

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