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Lot 69
Sale 6411 - Fall Fashion
Lots Open
Aug 29, 2025
Lots Close
Sep 12, 2025
Timed Online / Chicago
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Estimate
$400 -
600
Price Realized
$520
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Charles & Patricia Lester, Devoré Topper & Pleated Silk Skirt Ensemble
THE FIRST
Open-front topper in off-white/pale green ombré-dyed devoré silk-blend charmeuse. Full-length dolman sleeves. Rounded hemline. No closures. Unlined.
Label: Charles and Patricia Lester
Size Label: Unsized
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: Wales
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 18“
Sleeve: 40“
Chest: 70“
Waist: 60“
Hips: 48“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 42.5“
THE SECOND
Skirt ensemble in aubergine plissé silk satin; some tonal variations in dye. High stretch content. Bateau-neckline long-sleeve blouse with ruffled hems and bead embellishments at neckline. Ankle-length skirt with an elasticated waistband and ruffled hemline. Unlined.
With branded storage bag.
Label: Patricia Lester
Size Label: Unsized
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: Wales
Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 14“
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 28.5“
Chest: 38“+
Waist: 35“+
Hips: 35“+
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 29“
BOTTOM
Waist: 28-40“
Hips: 36“+
Length (side waistband to hem): 37“
From the Collection of Chicago Civic Leader Maureen Dwyer Smith
This lot is located in Chicago.






