Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is good with the following:
Structural Issues: The net in the sleeves is smashed and brittle.
Losses: There are some small holes in the net trim along the neck line.
Fading/Color Change: The front left chest has a faded spot.
Soiling/Spots: There are some faint light orange spots on the back bodice and some minor soiling throughout the lining.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good with the following:
Structural Issues: Both center back and center front boning has broken in various spots but is still encased.
Split/Separated Seams: The front right neckline finish near the shoulder has come undone.
Soiling/Spots: There are some orange spots throughout both the lining and shell, and there is some minor soiling under each of the arms. The center back shell fabric has some moderate soiling near the waist.
Repairs/Alterations: There was a repair made to left front bodice lining.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good with the following:
Structural Issues: The back closure lacer is broken but kept with the item. The bottom corners of the center back boned casings are slightly threadbare.
Losses: There is one small hole in the front left waist.
Soiling/Spots: There are some minor spots throughout the lining and some very minor soiling along the interior neckline.
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. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email [email protected] with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.
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