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Lot 85

Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture Wedding Dress, Autumn/Winter 1996-97

Lot 85

Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture Wedding Dress, Autumn/Winter 1996-97

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Estimate$2,000 – $3,000

Status

Closed

Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture Wedding Dress, Autumn/Winter 1996-97

Worn in the Ebony Fashion Fair show, 'The Great Fashion Mix'.

Bridal ensemble includes a hand painted white lace bodice and underskirt decorated with pearls and beads, an over skirt of cream silk taffeta embroidered with metallic gold and silk threads in a floral pattern.
Label: Emanuel Ungaro

DRESS
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 16"
Waist: 13"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Hips: 18"
Length (underarm to hem): 57"
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 28"

OVER SKIRT
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Waist: 14.75"

Property From the Ebony Fashion Fair Archive

Condition:

DRESS
The overall condition is good with some beading loss and light discoloration under each arm, soiling at neckline, pulled embroidery threads throughout, and color bleed/transfer from the painted floral embroidery accents to the cream silk satin of the skirt and bodice. There is also some loss and dirt at the hemline.

OVERSKIRT
The overall condition is good with some loose embroidery threads on floral appliques. Some of the buckram lining is misshapen and has been supplemented with polyester fiberfill. The cloth covering on the snap closures is worn with loss on most. There is heavy soiling at the hem as well as several spots on the proper right side near 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 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)

Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture Wedding Dress, Autumn/Winter 1996-97

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