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Lot 76

Three Jean Muir Color Blocked Suede Jackets, 1970-80s

Lot 76

Three Jean Muir Color Blocked Suede Jackets, 1970-80s

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $300 - $400

Estimate$300 – $400

Status

Closed

Three Jean Muir Color Blocked Suede Jackets, 1970-80s

This lot includes three jackets.

THE FIRST
Red, yellow, purple and blue suede jacket trimmed in black suede, reversed Peter Pan collar, and front patch pockets.
Label: Jean Muir / London

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 19.5"
Chest: 51.5"
Waist: 47.5"
Hips: 45.25"
Length (underarm to hem): 18.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32"

THE SECOND
Black suede jacket trimmed in gold metallic leather and a single black button at neck.
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: 12

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16"
Chest: 52.5"
Waist: 54.25"
Hips: 56"
Length (underarm to hem): 15.75"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 33.75"

THE THIRD
Brown, purple, and black suede jacket trimmed in red suede, pleated at the shoulders, and single black button closure at neck.
Label: Jean Muir / London

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14.75"
Chest: 49"
Waist: 52.25"
Hips: 53.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 28.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32.5"

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is good structurally though there are areas with spots noticeable on the front left in the yellow, front opening in the red , front right in the blue, back right sleeve in the yellow and blue, and back left yellow. There is a dark spot on the left sleeve near cuff, and the neckline has some light soiling due to wear.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good structurally though there is some slight discoloration along the top of the shoulders which runs down the lengths of each sleeve. The button has some minor surface scratches on the beveled edges.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good with some minor soiling along the inner neckline and wear spots on the lower left front in the black suede.

Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional condition photos, please use the INQUIRE button or email couturecr@lesliehindman.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator 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.

Michael Hall

Cataloguer, Couture & Luxury Accessories

michaelhall@hindmanauctions.com 312 280 1212

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Three Jean Muir Color Blocked Suede Jackets, 1970-80s

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