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Lot 201

Red Velvet & Fur Hat with Matching Boots, 1990s

Lot 201

Red Velvet & Fur Hat with Matching Boots, 1990s

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $200 - $300

Estimate$200 – $300

Status

Closed

Red Velvet & Fur Hat with Matching Boots, 1990s

Red velvet hat with fitted crown made in four sections and embellished with a gold and red glass bead and thread embroidered applique at center front. The hat is further embellished with a band of red fox fur around the hem. No Label.
Hat circumference: 22.5"

The tall red velvet boots are embellished with the same applique design as the hat and close down the inside with a black zip.
Label: Gerardina di Maggio
Size Label: 40
Height of the boot at Center Back: 19"

Property From the Ebony Fashion Fair Archive

Condition:
Overall structure of both items is stable and strong. The hat is in very good condition with some loose stitching around the applique. The boots show signs of wear with a general buckling in the velvet, which is attached to the black leather lining. The heels are in good condition with some general wear marks in the velvet. Many stitches on the applique are loose or missing.

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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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)

Red Velvet & Fur Hat with Matching Boots, 1990s

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