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Lot 170
Sale 1156 - Spring Fashion & Accessories
Mar 14, 2023
10:00AM CT
Online / Chicago
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Estimate
$300 -
500
Price Realized
$819
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat From Ebony Fashion Fair, 1970s
This coat was purchased by Eunice Walker Johnson of Johnson Publishing Company and worn in the Ebony Fashion Fair. In addition to the Yves Saint Laurent haute couture label at the center back lining, there is an additional label sewn on the lining that lists the name "Ebony Fashion", the coat no. "53", and additional size and fiber information.
Blue wool double-breasted coat trimmed with blue velvet. The coat is cut with a wide and pointed notched lapel, long sleeves with a blue velvet cuff, and closes with blue plastic buttons. The coat is lined with blue silk.
Label: Yves Saint Laurent / Paris / No 28051
Second Label: Made in France
Third Label: Ebony Fashion (plus size and fiber content)
Size Label: 10
Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 37.5"
Waist: 31.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Hips: 37.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 33.75"
Sleeve (center back neck to cuff): 32.5"
This lot is located in Chicago.




