Spring 2010 Galleries

LOT 2 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1909. Woven silk plaids. Approximately 412 samples. Excellent. $80.50.

LOT 2

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1909. Woven silk plaids. Approximat ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:09am PST

LOT 3 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1920-1960. Woven silk plaids. Approximately 400 samples. Together with 5 synthetic woven plaid samples, 1950-1978. Excellent. $23.00.

LOT 3

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1920-1960. Woven silk plaids. Approximat ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:10am PST

LOT 4 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1990. Warp printed and printed sheer silk and synthetic plaids. Approximately 120 samples. Excellent. $23.00

LOT 4

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1990. Warp printed and printed shee ...

Updated: Mar 09, 2010 1:35pm PST

LOT 5 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1909. Novelty wool, cotton and silk plaids. Approximately 550 samples. Excellent. $69.00

LOT 5

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1909. Novelty wool, cotton and silk ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:11am PST

LOT 6 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1930. Woven silk ribbon plaids. Approximately 500 samples. Excellent. $57.50.

LOT 6

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1930. Woven silk ribbon plaids. App ...

Updated: Mar 09, 2010 1:47pm PST

LOT 7 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1900-1970. Plaid, ombre, seersucker, moire and flannel. Approximately 450 samples. Excellent. $373.75.

LOT 7

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1900-1970. Plaid, ombre, seersucker, moi ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:13am PST

LOT 8 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1970. Printed wool, cotton, silk and synthetic checks including some warp printed. Approximately 180 samples. Excellent. $345.00.

LOT 8

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1970. Printed wool, cotton, silk an ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 8:44am PST

LOT 9 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1890-1990. Printed silk geometrics including some warp prints, printed wools and synthetics. Approximately 450 samples. Excellent. $460.00.

LOT 9

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1890-1990. Printed silk geometrics inclu ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 10:11am PST

LOT 10 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1860-1950. Printed cotton geometrics. Approximately 400 samples. Excellent. $1,610.

LOT 10

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1860-1950. Printed cotton geometrics. Ap ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 10:10am PST

LOT 11 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1989. Woven silk and cotton stripes. Approximately 625 samples. Excellent. $373.75.

LOT 11

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1989. Woven silk and cotton stripes ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:23am PST

LOT 12 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1880-1980. Wool, cotton and silk moire, clip spots, metallics, ombres, borders and double cloth. Approximately 350 samples. Excellent. $1,092.50.

LOT 12

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1880-1980. Wool, cotton and silk moire, ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:27am PST

LOT 13 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1919. Woven silk tone on tone florals. Approximately 1075 pieces. Two boxes. Excellent. $517.50.

LOT 13

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1919. Woven silk tone on tone flora ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:30am PST

LOT 14 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1940-1989. Printed cotton abstracts. Approximately 500 pieces. Excellent. $805.

LOT 14

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1940-1989. Printed cotton abstracts. App ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:35am PST

LOT 15 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC DESIGNS, 1930-1960. Original designs in gouache on paper, conversationals including animals, boats and architectural elements. Approximately 250 pieces. Excellent. $1,380.

LOT 15

LOT of CARDED FABRIC DESIGNS, 1930-1960. Original designs in gouache o ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:49am PST

LOT 16 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC DESIGNS, 1930-1960. Original designs in gouache on paper, all florals. Approximately 1300 pieces. Three boxes. Excellent. $4,600.

LOT 16

LOT of CARDED FABRIC DESIGNS, 1930-1960. Original designs in gouache o ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:45am PST

LOT 17 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1969. Warp printed silk abstracts. Approximately 375 pieces. Excellent. $23.00.

LOT 17

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1969. Warp printed silk abstracts. ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:52am PST

LOT 18 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1919. Woven silk abstracts. Approximately 800 pieces. Excellent. $23.00.

LOT 18

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1919. Woven silk abstracts. Approxi ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:55am PST

LOT 19 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1919. Woven silk tone on tone abstracts. Approximately 750 pieces. Excellent. $287.50.

LOT 19

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1850-1919. Woven silk tone on tone abstr ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:59am PST

LOT 20 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1900-1909. Woven cotton shirting stripes. Approximately 900 pieces. Excellent. $488.75.

LOT 20

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1900-1909. Woven cotton shirting stripes ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 10:01am PST

LOT 21 : LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1950-1999. Printed cotton geometrics. Approximately 425 samples. Excellent. $920.

LOT 21

LOT of CARDED FABRIC SAMPLES, 1950-1999. Printed cotton geometrics. Ap ...

Updated: Mar 10, 2010 9:07am PST

LOT 67 : TWO EGYPTIAN CAMEL WOOL HANGINGS, LATE 19th C. Embroidered vertical panels in a geometric pattern in shades of green, brown, rust, blue and cream with fringed ends. One crafted of three joined 13 inch panels, one of two panels, both approximately 12 feet long. Minor thread breaks, excellent. $373.75.

LOT 67

TWO EGYPTIAN CAMEL WOOL HANGINGS, LATE 19th C. Embroidered vertical pa ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:36am PST

LOT 69 : EMBROIDERED SILK SARI, 1920's. Brick brocade with a repeat of cream embroidered rooster on rockery, floral border with birds. 46 x 200. 1 inch tear, some broken threads, very good. $488.75.

LOT 69

EMBROIDERED SILK SARI, 1920's. Brick brocade with a repeat of cream em ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:11am PST

LOT 70 : METALLIC BROCADE SILK SARI, MID 20th C. Pale blue organza having a wide floral band along the selvedges in green, silver, gold and shades of blue. 45 inches x 6 yards. One corner has small tear, otherwise excellent. $126.50.

LOT 70

METALLIC BROCADE SILK SARI, MID 20th C. Pale blue organza having a wid ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:50am PST

LOT 71 : TWO LENGTHS SEQUINNED NET SARI YARDAGE, MID 20th C. Black net decorated with red, gold and rose sequins and crystal beads, having large flowers with pink petal shaped sequins. 39 inches wide x 6 yards. Few holes in net, very good. Aqua net with vining floral design in aqua, iridescent and silver sequins with white chenille embroidery. 42 wide x 6 yards. Excellent. $172.50.

LOT 71

TWO LENGTHS SEQUINNED NET SARI YARDAGE, MID 20th C. Black net decorate ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:56pm PST

LOT 73 : HAND EMBROIDERED WOOL PAISLEY SHAWL, MID 19th C. Beautifully decorated square in predominantly red with gold, sage, pink, grey-blue and black paisley design with tabbed floral border, very small black central field with signature. 72 x 74. Excellent. $747.50.

LOT 73

HAND EMBROIDERED WOOL PAISLEY SHAWL, MID 19th C. Beautifully decorated ...

Updated: Dec 29, 2009 1:55pm PST

LOT 75 : TWO EMBROIDERED WOOL TEXTILES, 19th C. Narrow hand embroidered cream Kashmiri stole with red, blue, green, black and gold border and wide double end bands, the outer having two fringed tabs, signed on field, (two tiny spots) excellent. Brown square shawl with wide floral border in red, blue, cream and olive having fringed ends, (fringe losses, scattered small holes to field) good. $100-$103.50.

LOT 75

TWO EMBROIDERED WOOL TEXTILES, 19th C. Narrow hand embroidered cream K ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:25am PST

LOT 77 : CHINESE EXPORT FRINGED SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Black with long knotted silk fringe having white floral allover embroidery within an embroidered border. 52 x 54 with 18 inch fringe. Excellent. $431.25.

LOT 77

CHINESE EXPORT FRINGED SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Black with long knott ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:38am PST

LOT 78 : EMBROIDERED CHINESE EXPORT SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Ivory ground with large scale allover floral in shades of rose, orange, blue, plum and green. 62 x 63 with 18 inch fringe having 5 inch band of knotting. Small area with blue dye transfer, few stains, good. $172.50.

LOT 78

EMBROIDERED CHINESE EXPORT SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Ivory ground with ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 12:41pm PST

LOT 79 : CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Black ground embroidered with an allover floral pattern in rose, orange, blue, and pink. 51 x 52 with 14 inch knotted silk fringe. Excellent. $517.50.

LOT 79

CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Black ground embr ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 12:36pm PST

LOT 81 : CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED SILK SHAWL, c. 1900. Cream ground embroidered with an allover floral pattern in rose, orange, blue, plum, lavender and green. 57 x 59 with 19 inch knotted silk fringe. Few broken threads, excellent. $402.50.

LOT 81

CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED SILK SHAWL, c. 1900. Cream ground embroider ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 9:46am PST

LOT 83 : CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Cream ground embroidered with a colorful peacock amid peony stems. 60 x 62 with 26 inch knotted silk fringe. Light stains center ground, few small spots and broken threads, very good. $546.25.

LOT 83

CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED SILK SHAWL, EARLY 20th C. Cream ground embr ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 9:35am PST

LOT 85 : UNUSUAL SPANISH SILK CROCHETED FRINGED SHAWL, 1920's. Ivory oval decorated allover with stylized fruit, flowers and foliage, having a border of rose and tangerine with colored fruits along sides and back, gold metallic embroidered details. 32 X 56 with 20 inch fringe. Two small spots, excellent. $632.50.

LOT 85

UNUSUAL SPANISH SILK CROCHETED FRINGED SHAWL, 1920's. Ivory oval decor ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 9:30am PST

LOT 87 : FINE ASUITE SHAWL, 1920's. Delicate cream cotton net with fine gold metallic design of pointed crosses on an allover decorated ground, sawtooth border, triple end bands. 26 x 108. Very minor oxidation, overall excellent. $373.25.

LOT 87

FINE ASUITE SHAWL, 1920's. Delicate cream cotton net with fine gold me ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:29am PST

LOT 92 : TURKISH WEDDING TUNIC, 19th C. Aubergine velvet having heavy gold metallic satin stitch embroidery with stylized carnations and scrolling foliage, lace trim at cuffs, neckline and hem, muslin lined. Bust 38, length 55. Shoulders slightly oxidized, few broken threads, very good. $1,150.

LOT 92

TURKISH WEDDING TUNIC, 19th C. Aubergine velvet having heavy gold meta ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:55am PST

LOT 94 : MAN'S PERSIAN SILK IKAT COAT, EARLY 20th C. Colorful warp print with large stylized tulips on aubergine ground, lined in black and cream plaid cotton printed with green floral sprays, edges trimmed with colorful patterned woven band. Chest 48, length 53. Excellent. $632.50.

LOT 94

MAN'S PERSIAN SILK IKAT COAT, EARLY 20th C. Colorful warp print with l ...

Updated: Feb 18, 2010 1:40pm PST

LOT 180 : TWO BLACK CHANTILLY LACE LAPPETS, LATE 19th C. One oversize having reserves with lilac blossoms within a floral border. Length 124 x center width 2 1/2, widest 13. One small, 11 x 31. Small break at one tip of smaller lappet, excellent. $103.50.

LOT 180

TWO BLACK CHANTILLY LACE LAPPETS, LATE 19th C. One oversize having res ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:20pm PST

LOT 96 : TWO POLISH/RUSSIAN CROSS STITCH LINEN GARMENTS c. 1911. Brought to U.S. from Bialystok. Both long sleeve with button cuff and embroidered shoulder, sleeve and bib front: Smock having drawstring neck with blue and red embroidery. Bust 48, length 40. Dress with decorated collar and skirt band in red yellow, blue, green and black. Bust 43, length 47. Dress has light staining on skirt, good- excellent. $316.25.

LOT 96

TWO POLISH/RUSSIAN CROSS STITCH LINEN GARMENTS c. 1911. Brought to U.S ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 7:54am PST

LOT 182 : MALTESE SILK LACE BODICE INSERT and SLEEVES, c. 1900. Cream lace, the insert having inverted scallop border and reserve with "MALTA" worked into the pattern, matching sleeves having flowers in a circular repeat and scalloped edge. Together with a silk lace collar with floral clusters. Insert has tiny break at center neckline. Insert 20 x 11, sleeves 13 1/2 x 6 3/4, collar 4 1/2 x 12. Excellent. $218.50.

LOT 182

MALTESE SILK LACE BODICE INSERT and SLEEVES, c. 1900. Cream lace, the ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:47am PST

LOT 102 : CHINESE EMBROIDERED SILK CHIFU, EARLY 20th C. Seafoam green ground with large floral medallions, wave and rainbow band in blue, pink, rose, brown and white, black silk horse hoof cuff with brocade trim and floral embroidery with bats, lined in gold silk. Center seam to cuff 38, length 56. Lining torn in neck area, small watermark on back, very good. $5,290.

LOT 102

CHINESE EMBROIDERED SILK CHIFU, EARLY 20th C. Seafoam green ground wit ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:37pm PST

LOT 101 : TWO CHINESE SILK GARMENTS, 1920's. Gold vest with applied black silk borders, high Mandarin collar having knooted cord button and frog closure, body of vest with eight double frog closures requiring buttons, excellent. Silver brocade short collarless jacket with embroidered border of cloud bands and bird medallions, one knotted cord closure at neck and four brass button and frog closures. Some hem and seam separations, good. $1,092.50.

LOT 101

TWO CHINESE SILK GARMENTS, 1920's. Gold vest with applied black silk b ...

Updated: Mar 15, 2010 12:32pm PST

LOT 183 : CREAM APPLIQUE LACE on NET STOLE and BERTHA, c. 1900. Stole having allover small lace blossoms, the ends with intricate vining floral and cutwork, floral border with picoted edge. 20 x 98. Some spots to net gound. Bertha decorated with cutwork flowering plants alternating with oval floral device. 8 inches wide, footside 36, headside 96. Small unstitched area on border, few tiny holes to net. Very good-excellent. $345.00.

LOT 183

CREAM APPLIQUE LACE on NET STOLE and BERTHA, c. 1900. Stole having all ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 11:11am PST

LOT 103 : PAIR of MANDARIN CHINESE RANK BADGES, 18th C. Kesi, (K'o-ssu) tapestry weave civilian male badges of 6th rank. Black background with blue cloud band, field decorated with scattered symbols, gold couched thread Mandarin duck flying towards red sun, bordered with couched gold thread bats and symbols. 12 1/2 x 13 1/2. Some loose and missing gold threads mostly in border, some soiling, otherwise very good. $690.

LOT 103

PAIR of MANDARIN CHINESE RANK BADGES, 18th C. Kesi, (K'o-ssu) tapestry ...

Updated: Dec 29, 2009 2:02pm PST

LOT 184 : LOT of HANDMADE LACE TRIM, LATE 19th-EARLY 20th C. Two pieces duchess lace: Square collar, overall 8 x 15, and bertha, 3 1/2 inches wide, footside 43. Honiton flounce in two sections, 8 wide, 42 and 44 long, together with two small fragments. Tape lace bertha, 6 1/2 wide, footside 44, (stains, small tear). Needle lace on net flounce section with tiered flowers, 7 x 56. Few broken brides, good-excellent. $316.25.

LOT 184

LOT of HANDMADE LACE TRIM, LATE 19th-EARLY 20th C. Two pieces duchess ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 11:04am PST

LOT 106 : SILK BROCADE OBI, MID 20th C. Gold and shades of brown with foliage, boxes and cartouches decorated with fans. 12 1/2 x 163. Pristine. $138.00

LOT 106

SILK BROCADE OBI, MID 20th C. Gold and shades of brown with foliage, b ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:33am PST

LOT 186 : THREE FIGURAL PRINTED COTTON SQUARE PILLOW FACES, c. 1906. One yachting scene. One with two women in sailboat dated 1905. One with reclining woman in fencing costume dated 1906. All approximately 22 x 22. Good. $218.50.

LOT 186

THREE FIGURAL PRINTED COTTON SQUARE PILLOW FACES, c. 1906. One yachtin ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:01pm PST

LOT 107 : JAPANESE PRINTED SILK CREPE KIMONO, 1930's. Black to white ombreed ground with a pattern of fans and richshaws amid pine branches and waves in coral, red, pink, olive, plum and black, having applied gold threadwork, lined in red silk. Center seam to sleeve end 26, length 65. Lining torn at neck, some broken metallic threads, very good. $287.50.

LOT 107

JAPANESE PRINTED SILK CREPE KIMONO, 1930's. Black to white ombreed gro ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:39pm PST

LOT 187 : FOUR STYLES of WIDE TRIM, EARLY 20th C. Two lengths of metallic cord appliqued net, 6 inches wide x 64 and 24 1/2. Two small pieces gold metallic floral lace, 5 inches wide x 24 and 26. Two lengths of black net having a serpentine pattern of beige embroidered shamrocks, 5 3/8 wide x 70 and 7 5/8 x 76. Two lengths of cream embroidered net with pink and blue interlocking ribbon circles, 4 3/4 x 220, 2 1/2 x 142 and 108. Good-excellent. $345.00.

LOT 187

FOUR STYLES of WIDE TRIM, EARLY 20th C. Two lengths of metallic cord a ...

Updated: Mar 09, 2010 12:47pm PST

LOT 110 : SAMURAI GUSOKU, JAPANESE ARMOR, MEJI PERIOD. The suit consisting of a Zunari hinero Kabuto in dark chestnut brown lacquer with truncated Koshimaki and four lame Sikoro, the last lame having textured gold leaf design, three 2 inch x 1/2 inch lacquer chips and flaking to one Fukigaeshi, no Maedate. A Hanbo with three lame Yodare-Kate accompanies the Kabuto. A Yokuhagi Okegawa Ni-Mai Do with five lames on front and eight on back, the Watagami with hinged Kohire in same gold leaf and textured design as Kabuto. Six sets of five lame Kasazuri hang from the Do, the last lame decorated with textured gold leaf. The lacing throughout is spruce green, lacing missing from first lame on front and currently wired together, other lacing in overall good condition. Two Oda Gote Kote with small ribbed Ikada, Hijigame at elbow, and four part Tekko with applied metal mons, with a pair of matching Etchu Haidate. Also included is a single Shino Suneate. Suit overall good condition. Depending on the size of your screen there may be two pages for this lot. Please be sure to view both pages. $2,645.

LOT 110

SAMURAI GUSOKU, JAPANESE ARMOR, MEJI PERIOD. The suit consisting of a ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 3:13pm PST

LOT 188 : FIVE CROSS STITCH EMBROIDERED LINEN TEXTILES, EARLY 19th C. Show towel having floral urn and birds in trees, "Elizabeth Myers" and "Grandmother Houser" worked in red and blue, fringed at opposite end. 15 x 48. Four pillow cases with monogram, three "MP" and "APL", one "MA". Three linen homespun towels, one having monogram "A.B.R.S." Some stains and mends, fair-excellent. $46.00.

LOT 188

FIVE CROSS STITCH EMBROIDERED LINEN TEXTILES, EARLY 19th C. Show towel ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 11:02am PST

LOT 111 : MATADOR'S CAPE, MID 20th C. Black velvet with deep collar and front edges having gold metallic embroidered and sequinned scrolling decoration, lined in shell pink satin. Label "Santiago Pelaya Leon-8 Madrid". Length 36. Excellent. $373.50.

LOT 111

MATADOR'S CAPE, MID 20th C. Black velvet with deep collar and front ed ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 7:45am PST

LOT 190 : SET of FINE BED LINENS 1880's. Sheet and five cases with drawn thread work swags and reserves within embroidered floral wreaths, Pennfield monogram within a larger wreath beneath rampant lion and crown. Sheet 62 x 111. Some discoloration from storage and spots. Fair-excellent. $373.75.

LOT 190

SET of FINE BED LINENS 1880's. Sheet and five cases with drawn thread ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:36am PST

LOT 112 : MATADOR'S CAPE, MID 20th C. White satin with deep collar, front edges and center back having gold metallic embroidered and sequinned plumes and colorful silk embroidered flowers, lined in shell pink satin. Label "Santiago Pelaya Leon-8 Madrid". Length 36. Minor soiling, excellent. $546.25.

LOT 112

MATADOR'S CAPE, MID 20th C. White satin with deep collar, front edges ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 7:41am PST

LOT 193 : SET of FINE LINEN SHEETS and PILLOW CASES, 1880's. With winged griffins and urns in two drawn threadwork bands, embroidered AWP (Annie Penfield) monogram and rampant lion beneath crown. Two sheets (one sheet has single band) and six pillow cases. Sheets 82 x 116 and 72 x 120. Some discoloration from storage, some spots, fair-good. $488.75.

LOT 193

SET of FINE LINEN SHEETS and PILLOW CASES, 1880's. With winged griffin ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:32am PST

LOT 195 : TWO FINE LINEN SHEETS and THREE PILLOW CASES, 1880's. All having drawn threadwork, cutwork and embroidery with Penfield monogram and rampant lion below crown. One matching sheet and case, pair of cases with embroidered floral swags encircling monogram. Sheets 73 x 101. Some discoloration from storage, few spots, good. $632.50.

LOT 195

TWO FINE LINEN SHEETS and THREE PILLOW CASES, 1880's. All having drawn ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:30am PST

LOT 114 : JEWELED BELLY DANCER'S BRA and BELT, c. 1970. Hook front halter padded bra in shades of blue and crystal sequins, beads and rhinestones in various shapes and sizes, with beaded fringe. Matching belt tapers toward back hook closure. Bra 32 A-B, belt 32. Some wear and losses, good. $57.50.

LOT 114

JEWELED BELLY DANCER'S BRA and BELT, c. 1970. Hook front halter padded ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:32pm PST

LOT 197 : SET of FINE LINEN SHEETS and PILLOW CASES, 1880's. All having cutwork, embroidery and fancy drawn thread work with embroidered Penfield or Weightman family monogram and rampant lion beneath crown. Two sheets and two pillow cases. Sheets 68 x 120. Some discoloration from storage, some spots, good-excellent. $460.00.

LOT 197

SET of FINE LINEN SHEETS and PILLOW CASES, 1880's. All having cutwork, ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:34am PST

LOT 116 : JEWELED BELLY DANCER'S BRA and BELT, c. 1970. Hook front halter padded bra in gold metallic brocade covered in gold washed faceted beads within a diamond lattice of gold bugle beads, translucent gold beaded fringe. Matching belt tapers toward hook closure with jeweled demilune and costume pin. Bra 26 A-B, belt 33-34. Some wear and losses, good. $46.00.

LOT 116

JEWELED BELLY DANCER'S BRA and BELT, c. 1970. Hook front halter padded ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:34pm PST

LOT 199 : ROUND TABLECLOTH with LACE and EMBROIDERY, EARLY 20th C. White linen with elaborate floral embroidery and cutwork having reserves of Italian needle lace with cherubs alternating with floral filet lace, scalloped filet border. Diameter 66. Two tiny faint spots. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 199

ROUND TABLECLOTH with LACE and EMBROIDERY, EARLY 20th C. White linen w ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 11:00am PST

LOT 162 : PAIR of EMBROIDERED SILK PANELS, EARLY 18th C. Long, narrow vertical panels in bone silk elaborately embroidered in silk and metallic threads, upper portion with New World native in full headdress amid tropical fruits above bow knots and colorful floral vinework, gold galloon border, finished with metallic tassel at bottom. 69 x 9. Splits to foundation silk, one panel irregularly pieced, poor, one good. $862.50.

LOT 162

PAIR of EMBROIDERED SILK PANELS, EARLY 18th C. Long, narrow vertical p ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:36pm PST

LOT 164 : FRENCH TAPESTRY PANEL, 19th C. Wool horizontal format with two winged griffins and foliage flanking a central flaming urn in earth tones. 30 x 86. Possibly a bench cover at one time, corners rewoven, very good. Together with a wool floral tapestry fragment. 32 x 36. Good. $373.75.

LOT 164

FRENCH TAPESTRY PANEL, 19th C. Wool horizontal format with two winged ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:31am PST

LOT 201 : NEEDLE LACE TABLECLOTH with EMBROIDERY, 1920's-1930's. White allover lace having linen reserves with cutwork and pale blue embroidery, the lace in pattern of floral medallions and swags. 166 x 66. Excellent. $373.75.

LOT 201

NEEDLE LACE TABLECLOTH with EMBROIDERY, 1920's-1930's. White allover l ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:28pm PST

LOT 167 : GOLD METALLIC SILK BROCADE COPE, 19th C. Gold ground with a repeat of floral bouquets withing a meandering floral garland, trimmed in gold galloon, the back having an overmantle with gold metallic fringe and tassels, backed in red silk and pink glazed cotton. Irregular, back length 53, widest 108. Excellent. Together with an 18th C silk brocade cope. 50 x 100. Poor. $402.50.

LOT 167

GOLD METALLIC SILK BROCADE COPE, 19th C. Gold ground with a repeat of ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:42am PST

LOT 202 : PAIR OVERSIZE EMBROIDERED LINEN CURTAIN PANELS, 1920's. Natural linen with red and white tulips, floral border to two sides, includes two matching short panels. 36 x 130 and 36 x 43. Short panels minor discoloration, excellent. $575.00.

LOT 202

PAIR OVERSIZE EMBROIDERED LINEN CURTAIN PANELS, 1920's. Natural linen ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:27am PST

LOT 168 : SILK and METALLIC BROCADE CHASUBLE, 19th C. Deconstructed (front and back) floral silk in red, green and metallic gold, having applied silver galloon and fringe. 28 x 53 and 22 x 32. Together with a matching stole, maniple and chalice cover. Chalice cover faded, good-excellent. $201.25.

LOT 168

SILK and METALLIC BROCADE CHASUBLE, 19th C. Deconstructed (front and b ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:44am PST

LOT 204 : STERLING SILVER REPOUSSE BELT BUCKLE, c. 1910. Irregular shape with scrolls, flowers and foliage, two prong clasp, stamped with maker's mark and "sterling". 4 1/4 x 3 inches. Excellent. $69.00.

LOT 204

STERLING SILVER REPOUSSE BELT BUCKLE, c. 1910. Irregular shape with sc ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:42am PST

LOT 169 : METALLIC SILK BROCADE CHASUBLE, 19th C. Ivory ground pieced in three panels, having pastel floral embroidery and gold metallic trim, front and back cental panels having a scrolling green vine with berries, lined in blue linen. 28 x 43. Some small splits to silk, especially at center front fold line, good. $103.50.

LOT 169

METALLIC SILK BROCADE CHASUBLE, 19th C. Ivory ground pieced in three p ...

Updated: Jan 22, 2010 10:46am PST

LOT 205 : GEORGE III ARTOIS STERLING GENT'S SHOE BUCKLES, c. 1780. Curved rectangle with chased ribbon design and chamfered corners, steel chape and tongue, each with two prongs. Hand engraved numerals on side "II.XXII.XII", possibly a tax mark, maker's mark A.S within rectangle. 3 1/8 x 2 3/8. Steel rusted, good. $287.50.

LOT 205

GEORGE III ARTOIS STERLING GENT'S SHOE BUCKLES, c. 1780. Curved rectan ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:43am PST

LOT 171 : GOLD METALLIC APPLIQUED VELVET CAPE, 1880's. Royal purple with wide collar heavily decorated allover in a Renaissance style floral with a bit of gold sequins and embroidery, two hook & eye closures, lined in burgundy silk. Front length 42, back 48. Some breaks and losses, good. $920.

LOT 171

GOLD METALLIC APPLIQUED VELVET CAPE, 1880's. Royal purple with wide co ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:32pm PST

LOT 206 : TWO UNUSUAL FRENCH TERRA COTTA PINCUSHIONS, 19TH C. Each a small bust of a young child having a metal bee on its face, causing laughter in one and crying in the other, the bees move subtly when the pincushion is moved, fabric hats over filled pouch for the cushions. 2 3/4 x 2 3/8 x 3 inches high. One pouch and portion of hat missing, otherwise excellent. $345.00

LOT 206

TWO UNUSUAL FRENCH TERRA COTTA PINCUSHIONS, 19TH C. Each a small bust ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:38pm PST

LOT 172 : GOLD METALLIC EMBROIDERED VELVET CAPE, c. 1900. Black having stand-up collar with two hook & eye closures, decorated on collar, around neck and front edges with heavy gold floral embroidery and gold sequins, lined in blue satin. Length 40. Excellent. $747.50.

LOT 172

GOLD METALLIC EMBROIDERED VELVET CAPE, c. 1900. Black having stand-up ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:28pm PST

LOT 207 : RUSSIAN CAUCASIAN SILVER NIELLO BELT, 19th C. 2-part buckle joined by scimitar and engraved in Cyrillic "Kavkaz". Belt links comprised of four conjoined platelets. Hallmarked and marked 84 silver. 34 x 2. Excellent. $488.75.

LOT 207

RUSSIAN CAUCASIAN SILVER NIELLO BELT, 19th C. 2-part buckle joined by ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:30pm PST

LOT 208 : THREE RUSSIAN CAUCASIAN SILVER NIELLO BELTS, 1890-1915. 2-part buckle joined by scimitar marked in Cyrillic "Kavkaz" with silver double disc links, excellent. Silver niello buckle having engraved "Kavkaz" with leather belt, good. Silver and gold tread belt decorated with silver cyrillic letters (two missing), marked "Kazkav". No buckle, poor. $258.75.

LOT 208

THREE RUSSIAN CAUCASIAN SILVER NIELLO BELTS, 1890-1915. 2-part buckle ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:35pm PST

LOT 175 : THREE LARGE FINE WHITEWORK COLLARS, 1830's. All linen with floral embroidery: One with double lace ruffle, 7 1/2 x 21. One with eyelet and tambour stitching, 7 1/2 x 22. One having eyelets and satin stitching, 8 1/2 x 26. Excellent. $373.50.

LOT 175

THREE LARGE FINE WHITEWORK COLLARS, 1830's. All linen with floral embr ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:07pm PST

LOT 209 : LARGE RUSSIAN SILVER NIELLO BELT BUCKLE, 19th C. 2-part buckle, each having hinged segment, fancy allover niello work with nailhead decoration. 11 x 2 1/2. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 209

LARGE RUSSIAN SILVER NIELLO BELT BUCKLE, 19th C. 2-part buckle, each h ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:51am PST

LOT 176 : TWO ANTEBELLUM BLACK LACE MOURNING BONNET VEILS, 1830's. Large black square of point lace, dated 1833, (purchased from Doris Langley Moore). 43 x 40. Scattered tiny holes, excellent. Net with floral embroidery and silk drawstring. 43 x 19. Scattered small holes, net has 3 inch tear, fair. $57.50.

LOT 176

TWO ANTEBELLUM BLACK LACE MOURNING BONNET VEILS, 1830's. Large black s ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:50pm PST

LOT 177 : CREAM TAMBOUR EMBROIDERED NET SHAWL, c. 1870. Tapering U shape with square mesh decorated with rococo scrolls filled with various grid patterns and floral garlands. 54 wide x 76 long, deepest section 19 1/2. Excellent. $230.00

LOT 177

CREAM TAMBOUR EMBROIDERED NET SHAWL, c. 1870. Tapering U shape with sq ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:22pm PST

LOT 210 : RUSSIAN CAUCASIAN SILVER NIELLO BELT, 19th C. 2-part buckle joined by scimitar. The belt comprised of a series of conjoined double disc links, fully hallmarked. 27 1/2 x 1. Excellent. $517.50.

LOT 210

RUSSIAN CAUCASIAN SILVER NIELLO BELT, 19th C. 2-part buckle joined by ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 8:00am PST

LOT 179 : ITALIAN POINT LACE COLLAR and CUFFS, 2nd HALF 19th C. Densely worked raised needlework wide collar and matching cuffs bordered in scalloped medallions. Collar 8 x 35, cuffs 4 1/2 x 12 1/2. Cuff edges soiled, excellent. $80.50.

LOT 179

ITALIAN POINT LACE COLLAR and CUFFS, 2nd HALF 19th C. Densely worked r ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:09pm PST

LOT 211 : RUSSIAN CHAMPLEVE and SILVER METAL BELT, 19th C. Elaborate 2-part champleve buckle decorated with red and green cabochons and silver studs (six stones and one stud missing), having central cartouche with Romanoff crest above inscription. Belt comprised of rectangular links with engraved cartouche. Buckle 8 x 5, belt 28 x 2 3/8. Missing pin/clasp, good. $1,725.

LOT 211

RUSSIAN CHAMPLEVE and SILVER METAL BELT, 19th C. Elaborate 2-part cham ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:50am PST

LOT 212 : THREE MILITARY REGIMENTAL and SECRET SOCIETY BELTS, c. 1900. Fire gilded buckle with leaves encircling lion on crown. Brass and silver buckle having crest of Argylland Sutherland Highlanders 1st Renfrew VB. Both with red leather and gold galloon belts. Cast silver Knights Templar buckle of Constantine Commandery No. 48 New York having silver slides and chain ornamentation on red leather belt. Together with a single brass epaulette. Fair-good. $126.50.

LOT 212

THREE MILITARY REGIMENTAL and SECRET SOCIETY BELTS, c. 1900. Fire gild ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:11pm PST

LOT 213 : TWO ASIAN BELTS with BRASS BUCKLES, EARLY 20th C. Indian 2-part boteh form repousse brass buckle with hand woven belt, excellent. Chinese cast and engraved brass buckle and two slides with plum silk belt in pristine, unopened condition. $218.50.

LOT 213

TWO ASIAN BELTS with BRASS BUCKLES, EARLY 20th C. Indian 2-part boteh ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:24pm PST

LOT 214 : TWO BEADED DRAWSTRING BAGS, 1860's-1870's. Needlepoint rectangle in blue grid pattern bordered in tan with red, studded with steel beads, beaded fringe, drawstring top of brown plaid silk, blue ribbon. 5 x 6 1/2. Purple velvet cut to plum silk studded with steel beads, beaded loop fringe, blue silk lining. 8 1/2 x 9. Fringe loss to both, good. $34.50.

LOT 214

TWO BEADED DRAWSTRING BAGS, 1860's-1870's. Needlepoint rectangle in bl ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 9:54am PST

LOT 215 : BEADED PURSE with FLAP 1890's. Hinged steel frame, beaded and fringed in white and crystal beads, contoured flap edged in larger white beads, 6 1/2 inch rope handle and loop closure with beaded globe button, inside flap mounted with round mirror, lined in cream silk faille. 7 x 6. Minor losses, lining stained, good. $46.00.

LOT 215

BEADED PURSE with FLAP 1890's. Hinged steel frame, beaded and fringed ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:38pm PST

LOT 216 : BEADED BAG with JEWELED FRAME, c. 1900. Hinged gilt frame having large pink and green stones in an arabesque cartouche with scrolls and angel, clasp mounted with seated figure holding jewel, reverse engraved with angels, double chain handle, beaded in a rose and lily design, gold metallic seam trim and four tassels (one missing), 9 x 7. Together with a silver metal mesh bag having hinged Deco frame with sphinxes, 6 x 7. Chain handle and one link broken, good. $149.50.

LOT 216

BEADED BAG with JEWELED FRAME, c. 1900. Hinged gilt frame having large ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 9:56am PST

LOT 217 : 800 SILVER MESH PURSE c. 1910. Patterned mesh with silver domes between radiating links suspended from two spiral wrapped ring handles having untraced hallmarks, probably Italian, sides having ball and chain link tassels. 8 x 12. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 217

800 SILVER MESH PURSE c. 1910. Patterned mesh with silver domes betwee ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 7:41am PST

LOT 218 : TWO STERLING SILVER PURSES, c. 1895-1910. Bride & Tinckler, New York, decorated with chased Art Nouveau foliage, three part interior, 4 3/4 x 2 3/4 with 6 1/2 inch handle. Tiny mesh bag with lion's mask decoration, missing one hinge pin. 2 1/2 x 4. Together with three tiny metal mesh bags. Fair-excellent. $172.50.

LOT 218

TWO STERLING SILVER PURSES, c. 1895-1910. Bride & Tinckler, New York, ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:48pm PST

LOT 219 : FRENCH ART DECO BEADED BAG. Gilt steel frame and link chain with engraved pattern, rectangular bag with geometric micro-bead design in white silver and bronze, sawtooth bead fringe (losses), push button clasp, white silk lining. Label "French Steel Import". 6 1/4 x 4 1/2 with 2 1/2 inch fringe and 6 inch handle. Good. $195.50.

LOT 219

FRENCH ART DECO BEADED BAG. Gilt steel frame and link chain with engra ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:41am PST

LOT 220 : TWO STERLING SILVER MESH PURSES, 1900-1920. One French having curved Deco enameled frame, the mesh set with clear and topaz paste and jet beads, 5 x 6 with 6 inch link handle. One with filigree frame. Both have minor breaks to mesh, good. $230.00.

LOT 220

TWO STERLING SILVER MESH PURSES, 1900-1920. One French having curved D ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:43pm PST

LOT 221 : TWO BEADED PURSES, c. 1920. Hinged white metal frame with three red cabochons, allover crystal beads, looped fringe to three sides, red silk lining. 6 1/2 x 8 with 3 inch fringe, 6 inch double chain handle. Beige mesh drawstring bag with rows of green beads, tasseled finial, 7 x 9. Together with a black silk bengaline purse having gilt frame opening to a square, the frame and bag mounted with turquoise stones, green silk lining. 5 x 6 1/2 with 5 inch chain handle. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 221

TWO BEADED PURSES, c. 1920. Hinged white metal frame with three red ca ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 7:17am PST

LOT 222 : TWO MICRO BEADED BAGS, 1920's. Both with hinged gilt metal frame, push button clasp, double chain link handle and fringe: Blue with flower basket in reserve, the frame decorated with applied ivy leaves and bows, lining removed, small split in back near frame and hinges. Gold and silver design with fancy fringe, the frame embossed with pinecones, marked "Made in France", (beaded cord on frame losses). Both 7 1/2 x 9 plus fringe. Good-excellent. $287.50.

LOT 222

TWO MICRO BEADED BAGS, 1920's. Both with hinged gilt metal frame, push ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:32pm PST

LOT 223 : THREE FRENCH BEADED BAGS with JEWELED FRAMES, 1940's-1950's. All with hinged brass frame and beaded rope handle: Black with gold and silver floral, enameled clasp, frame with twisted bands of gold and black beads, 7 x 8. Crystal microbeads with gold and silver floral, domed clasp with rhinestones and pearl. 8 1/4 x 5. White with pastel floral medallions and pearls, elaborate frame having braided beads and pearls, (losses) and enameled clasp with musicians. 10 1/2 x 7. Good-excellent. $138.00.

LOT 223

THREE FRENCH BEADED BAGS with JEWELED FRAMES, 1940's-1950's. All with ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:43pm PST

LOT 224 : SEVEN PURSES, LATE 19th-EARLY 20th C. Three microbeaded with fringe. White metal mesh coin purse. Fine metal mesh with pink, red and green floral on yellow. Beaded with buccolic scene, hinged Art Nouveau frame. 800 silver reticulated repousse hinged frame with cherubs and chain having fleurs de lis, marked Peruzzi Florence, (bag replaced). Good-excellent. $460.00.

LOT 224

SEVEN PURSES, LATE 19th-EARLY 20th C. Three microbeaded with fringe. W ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:21am PST

LOT 225 : THREE BRASS FRAME PETIT POINT BAGS, c. 1900-1950. Rectangle having garden scene with fountain, figures in border, jeweled clasp, chain handle. Label "Artkraft Bag Studio New York". 4 1/4 x 6 1/4. Enameled frame with brass filigree and green cabochons, floral pouch (some splits), chain handle. Vienna made briefcase style with needlework inset frame and square handle, figural landscapes. Spritzer and Fuhrmann Ltd. label. 8 1/2 x 5 1/4. Fair-excellent. $230.00.

LOT 225

THREE BRASS FRAME PETIT POINT BAGS, c. 1900-1950. Rectangle having gar ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:10am PST

LOT 239 : HUGE CARVED FAUX TORTOISE MANTILLA COMB, c. 1930. Very slight curve, intricate pierced foliate design, eight teeth. 10 1/2 x 11. Together with a faux tortoise hair comb having a simple curved band over nine teeth. 5 x 5 1/2. Excellent. $195.50.

LOT 239

HUGE CARVED FAUX TORTOISE MANTILLA COMB, c. 1930. Very slight curve, i ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:19am PST

LOT 241 : ART DECO HEADPIECE with PEARL DROPS, 1920's. Three bands of gilt metal with pierced circular Egyptian Revival earpiece having a loop of faux pearls centered by an enameled lotus blossom. Adjustable size. Excellent. $373.75.

LOT 241

ART DECO HEADPIECE with PEARL DROPS, 1920's. Three bands of gilt metal ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 9:52am PST

LOT 242 : LIMITED EDITION BOEHM PERFUME BOTTLE with BELL JAR, 1990. One Perfect Rose in porcelain oval flacon made at the Boehm Studios, England, the lid decorated with hand painted rose over a 24K gold leaf bow, with oval bell jar, all housed in original fitted box, retailed by Georgette Mosbacher for $1,500. One ounce flacon 2 1/2 x 3 3/4 x 4 5/8 high, bell jar 5 3/4 x 6 3/4 x 6 3/4 high. Excellent. $287.50.

LOT 242

LIMITED EDITION BOEHM PERFUME BOTTLE with BELL JAR, 1990. One Perfect ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:49am PST

LOT 243 : TWO SETS of CARDED BRASS U.S. MILITARY BUTTONS, c. 1942. Two sets, both of twenty-four with original tissue and paper wrap attached to cardboard. Diameters 5/8 and 7/8 inches. Paper has some tears, buttons mint. $46.00.

LOT 243

TWO SETS of CARDED BRASS U.S. MILITARY BUTTONS, c. 1942. Two sets, bot ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:42am PST

LOT 244 : LOT of INDIAN and AFRICAN JEWELRY, 20th C. Indian rope mesh belt with ornate clasp, length 33. Large stupa reliquary ring, 3 1/2 x 1 3/8. African bone fish form weights fashioned into a necklace, fish 2 1/2 x 1/2. Bronze, bone and stone bead necklace, length 25. Good-excellent. $258.75.

LOT 244

LOT of INDIAN and AFRICAN JEWELRY, 20th C. Indian rope mesh belt with ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 9:35am PST

LOT 245 : LOT of CHINESE HARDSTONE and JADE JEWELRY, EARLY 20th C. Carved belt decorated with symbols and immortals. Two bead necklaces. Carved agate and egg shaped pendant on cord necklaces. Good-excellent. $2,530.

LOT 245

LOT of CHINESE HARDSTONE and JADE JEWELRY, EARLY 20th C. Carved belt d ...

Updated: Jan 27, 2012 12:33pm PST

LOT 246 : LARGE CHERRY JELLO BAKELITE NECKLACE, 1920's-1940's. Translucent cherry red large trefoil leaf form pendant with carved flower, four smaller leaf drops on link chain. Together with four smaller necklaces and some parts. Poor-excellent. $402.50.

LOT 246

LARGE CHERRY JELLO BAKELITE NECKLACE, 1920's-1940's. Translucent cherr ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:32pm PST

LOT 247 : TEN VICTORIAN and TURN of THE CENTURY PINS. Various materials and stones including garnet, shell cameo, agate, etc. Together with a fine quality gold tone cameo frame mounted with eight cabochons. Good-excellent. $402.50.

LOT 247

TEN VICTORIAN and TURN of THE CENTURY PINS. Various materials and ston ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 12:32pm PST

LOT 248 : LOT of VICTORIAN CAMEO JEWELRY. Consisting of pins, lockets, bracelets and loose cameos carved from various materials including shell, basalt, coral, and glass. Poor-excellent. $575.00.

LOT 248

LOT of VICTORIAN CAMEO JEWELRY. Consisting of pins, lockets, bracelets ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 12:38pm PST

LOT 249 : TWO BEADED SAUTOIRS, 1920's. Micro glass and metallic beaded: One geometric pattern in green, orange and gold, excellent. One iridescent purple with fleur de lis, very minor bead loss to one strand of fringe, good. $143,75.

LOT 249

TWO BEADED SAUTOIRS, 1920's. Micro glass and metallic beaded: One geom ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:29pm PST

LOT 250 : LOT of ITALIAN BRANCH CORAL JEWELRY, c. 1900. Including necklaces, pins, pendants and bracelet, mostly incomplete pieces. Together with a quantity of loose coral pieces. Good for restoration and parts, as-is. $1,150.

LOT 250

LOT of ITALIAN BRANCH CORAL JEWELRY, c. 1900. Including necklaces, pin ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 12:54pm PST

LOT 251 : SIX AMBER BEAD NECKLACES, c. 1910. Three beautiful butterscotch Baltic amber, one having faceted beads alternating with flattened ovals, two darker amber color and one incomplete necklace. Together with an incomplete resin bead necklace. Fair-excellent. $1,092.50.

LOT 251

SIX AMBER BEAD NECKLACES, c. 1910. Three beautiful butterscotch Baltic ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 12:58pm PST

LOT 253 : SEVEN PIECES RHINESTONE JEWELRY, 1920's-1930's. Four identical hinged sterling bangle bracelets with etched edge having rhinestones all around, (one missing three stones, one clasp broken). Triangular silver metal Deco pendant with pink and clear stones, engraved link chain. Two dress or shoe clips, one having large green cabochon, (losses). Good. $230.00.

LOT 253

SEVEN PIECES RHINESTONE JEWELRY, 1920's-1930's. Four identical hinged ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 9:40am PST

LOT 254 : LOT of PASTE JEWELRY, 1920's. Bow pin, 4 inches. Pair of Deco clips joined as a brooch, 3 1/2 x 1 1/4. Two pair dress/ shoe clips, 2 x 7/8 and 1 1/4 x 1 3/16, one stone missing. Together with a Coro "Duette" oval coupler with a pair of enameled clips having trembler flower heads, red and clear jewels, 3 x 1 1/4, some enamel loss. Good-excellent. $138.00.

LOT 254

LOT of PASTE JEWELRY, 1920's. Bow pin, 4 inches. Pair of Deco clips jo ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:48am PST

LOT 255 : LOT of DESIGNER COSTUME JEWELRY, MID 20th C. Hattie Carnegie mussel shell with gilt seaweed and pearl border, (losses). Trifari silver tone brooch and earring set with rhinestones. Two pair gilt Trifari leaf earrings, one with rhinestones. Vendome flower brooch and earring set having gold metal stem and leaves, plastic bead flowers with faceted citrine color centers. Together with bead necklace of various sized pearls with gilt beads and rhinestones. Good-excellent. $103.50.

LOT 255

LOT of DESIGNER COSTUME JEWELRY, MID 20th C. Hattie Carnegie mussel sh ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 12:26pm PST

LOT 256 : FIFTEEN COSTUME NECKLACES, 1920's-1950's. Various materials including glass, metal, plastic, shell, etc., mostly shorter lenghts, approximately 16 inches. Good-excellent. $287.50

LOT 256

FIFTEEN COSTUME NECKLACES, 1920's-1950's. Various materials including ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:36pm PST

LOT 257 : EIGHT DESIGNER JEWELED COSTUME PINS, 1930's-1960's. Eisenberg Ice with green stones, matching ear clips. B. David crown. Weiss sunburst. Four Trifari, two gilt, one with pearls, one with blue stones. Miriam Haskell gilt with applied leaf forms and pearls, matching earrings (losses, earrings oxidized). Together with an Austrian pin with colored stones and a round pin marked "Depose" with faux amethyst center, ovoid stones and pearls. Fair-excellent. $126.50.

LOT 257

EIGHT DESIGNER JEWELED COSTUME PINS, 1930's-1960's. Eisenberg Ice with ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:47am PST

LOT 292 : GENT'S SILVER CLOTH WAISTCOAT, c. 1770. Metallic silver having tiny embroidered flowers with sequin flowerhead, trimmed with a metallic and sequinned garland and tassel pattern, eleven original sequinned front buttons with three on each of the two shaped flap pockets, front lined in cream silk twill, backed in homespun flannel. Chest 33, length 29. Overall wear, some sequin loss, backing soiled, fair. $632.50

LOT 292

GENT'S SILVER CLOTH WAISTCOAT, c. 1770. Metallic silver having tiny em ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:07pm PST

LOT 293 : GENT'S RIBBED SILK WAISTCOAT, c. 1770. Raised green vertical stripe over gold having a horizontal rib, trimmed with a double band of sequins and metallic gold thread, eleven original sequin trimmed buttons (one very damaged), flap pockets, heavy cotton flannel back enlarged at center seam with linen band. Chest 37, length 27 1/2. Considerable sequin loss, backing soiled and stained, fair. $546.25.

LOT 293

GENT'S RIBBED SILK WAISTCOAT, c. 1770. Raised green vertical stripe ov ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:04pm PST

LOT 294 : PRINTED COTTON DAY DRESS, 1830's. Red, black, brown and white cube and twisted column print on mushroom ground having long gathered sleeve with ruffled cuff and yoke, full two tiered skirt, front buttoning bodice lined with muslin having hook & eye closures, muslin side pocket, milk glass buttons (several missing or replaced). Bust 34, waist 27, length 46 1/2. Scattered small holes in skirt, hooks & eyes rusted, good. $345.00.

LOT 294

PRINTED COTTON DAY DRESS, 1830's. Red, black, brown and white cube and ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:12pm PST

LOT 295 : TWO SILK BODICES, 1830's. Both with pointed front, lined in polished cotton with back hook & eye closures: Pale amethyst satin evening bodice, the padded bust having curved pleats tapering to center with self fabric rose, laced sleeve collar, full sleeve gathered into laced cuff, (silk padding cover torn away, tiny spot, pinholes). Taupe, red and white brocade striped bodice with shoulder pleats crossing at front, full sleeve with ruched top tapering to narrow cuff. Very good. $345.00

LOT 295

TWO SILK BODICES, 1830's. Both with pointed front, lined in polished c ...

Updated: Feb 13, 2010 9:57am PST

LOT 296 : LITTLE GIRL'S PRINTED WOOL DRESS, c. 1838. Pumpkin with abstract repeat in blue, red, brown and cream, long pleated cuffed sleeve with hook & eye, dropped waist having short scalloped apron bound in green silk with turquoise buttons, full skirt, back buttons, bodice lined in cream cotton. Bust 20, length 24. Scattered tiny holes, one 3/4 inch hole in skirt back, good. $373.75.

LOT 296

LITTLE GIRL'S PRINTED WOOL DRESS, c. 1838. Pumpkin with abstract repea ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:44am PST

LOT 298 : TARTAN SILK DRESS, 1850's. 2-piece blue, black, cream and mocha taffeta, boned high neck collarless bodice with striped fringed pagoda sleeve and flounce, five faux dorset buttons, front hook & eye closure, full skirt with waist pleats, braided hem binding, all lined in fawn cotton twill. Bust 34, waist 26, skirt length 43 1/2. Bodice binding tear at back, neckline has breaks, small hole over top hook, few spot and small holes in skirt, good. $805.00.

LOT 298

TARTAN SILK DRESS, 1850's. 2-piece blue, black, cream and mocha taffet ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:12pm PST

LOT 299 : TWO FINE WHITE COTTON HANDMADE PETTICOATS, c. 1850. One corded fabric with gaging at waist having initials inside waistband. Waist 25+, length 38. One with center front panel in broiderie anglaise alternating with rows of tucks and edge scallops, hem having four rows of tucks and broiderie anglaise border. Waist 23, length 39. Excellent. $488.75.

LOT 299

TWO FINE WHITE COTTON HANDMADE PETTICOATS, c. 1850. One corded fabric ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:22pm PST

LOT 300 : FRENCH TRAINED IVORY SILK BENGALINE WEDDING GOWN, 1860. Open V-neck boned back lacing bodice with points, short sleeve with lace on net bell, trimmed in bands of satin ribbon, muslin lined. Bustle skirt with large train having applied hem band of Van Dyke points bound in satin, satin bow at waist and below bustle, hem stiffened and trimmed with pleated voile and lace, lined in glazed cotton. B 32, W 23, skirt L 46-86. Tiny hole near hem, few spots, lace under hem front torn, excellent. $977.50.

LOT 300

FRENCH TRAINED IVORY SILK BENGALINE WEDDING GOWN, 1860. Open V-neck bo ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 12:50pm PST

LOT 301 : RIBBED SILK VISITING DRESS with PELERINE, c. 1865. 3-piece chestnut satin having a woven gold horizontal rib, bodice with silk covered faux front buttons over hook & eye closures, straight bottom, sleeve and matching pelerine with scrolling leaf pattern soutache in chestnut with striped brown and white, skirt pleated at waist for fullness, glazed cotton lining. Bust 32, waist 26, skirt length 46. Light underarm stains, bodice buttons slightly worn, missing three buttons on pelerine, small hole on skirt, otherwise very good. $920.00.

LOT 301

RIBBED SILK VISITING DRESS with PELERINE, c. 1865. 3-piece chestnut sa ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 12:53pm PST

LOT 302 : GENT'S PURPLE SILK BROCADE VEST, 1860's. Belonged to Peleg Bradford, 7th descendant of Governor Bradford of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Green, yellow and gold floral clusters, shawl collar, two hem pockets, five self buttons, straight bottom, back lacing adjustment, (laces missing), backed and lined in tan cotton, hem reinforced in front with leather. Chest 40, length 19. Excellent. $517.50.

LOT 302

GENT'S PURPLE SILK BROCADE VEST, 1860's. Belonged to Peleg Bradford, 7 ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:52am PST

LOT 303 : QUILTED SHOT SILK PETTICOAT, 1870's-1880's. Hand quilted periwinkle and rose pink with brown and white cotton calico lining. Waist 25, length 38. Cotton waistband torn, silk shows wear in waist area, hem edge slightly abraded, good. $207.00.

LOT 303

QUILTED SHOT SILK PETTICOAT, 1870's-1880's. Hand quilted periwinkle an ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 1:00pm PST

LOT 304 : EMBROIDERED BLACK VELVET CAPELET, c. 1870. Bordered in black silk padded rose and ivy leaf embroidery intertwined with a lattice having floral medallions of French knots, quilted silk lining, hook & eye closures. Front length 21 1/2, back 18. Very minor wear at neckline, excellent. $345.00.

LOT 304

EMBROIDERED BLACK VELVET CAPELET, c. 1870. Bordered in black silk padd ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 12:28pm PST

LOT 305 : YOUNG GIRL'S PRINTED COTTON CALICO DRESS, 1870's. Long sleeve in cream having a tiny vertical repeat in red alternating with brown, pleated bodice, wide waistband, skirt having two banded hem ruffles, ruffled cuff with lace, back closure, Bust 24, waist 19, length 34. Buttons removed, faint small spot on cuff, two tiny pin holes in skirt, waistband has 1/4 inch hole where one button had been. Excellent. $103.50.

LOT 305

YOUNG GIRL'S PRINTED COTTON CALICO DRESS, 1870's. Long sleeve in cream ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:50am PST

LOT 306 : GENT'S WOOL PAISLEY AT HOME JACKET, 1870's. Red, orange, green and cream botehs on aubergine ground, purple velvet collar, cuffs and three button closure, back lined with printed cotton, interlining of blue and white plaid cotton. Chest 39, length 40, sleeve 22. Some wear to velvet, paisley torn at center front hem, good. Together with a gent's c. 1900 linen duster, very good. $805.00.

LOT 306

GENT'S WOOL PAISLEY AT HOME JACKET, 1870's. Red, orange, green and cre ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:40am PST

LOT 307 : FOUR CHILDREN'S COTTON PRINTED SACK CLOTH DRESSES, 1880's. Button front navy with white linked circle stripes, lined in faded brown and cream calico. Three back buttoning: Brown with white stars, back ruffle, identical lining, (wear at neck, cuffs and under arms). White with tiny brown abstract print, ruffled collar, cuff, skirt gores and hem, (small hole). Brown and white plaid with three hem ruffles, (spots at hem). Approximate size 3-4. Good-excellent. $287.50.

LOT 307

FOUR CHILDREN'S COTTON PRINTED SACK CLOTH DRESSES, 1880's. Button fron ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:49am PST

LOT 308 : SILK BUSTLE DRESS with TUFTED BROCADE BIRDS, 1880's. Pale aqua faille, three skirt front panels brocaded with tropical foliage and colorful birds in gold, burgundy, plum, red and brown, having body of tufted silk floss in high relief, pointed boned bodice with embroidered net collar and cuff laced with red ribbon, crocheted buttons, lined in cotton twill. Bust 34, waist 23, skirt length 37. Scattered small spots, light underarm stains, good. $1,725.

LOT 308

SILK BUSTLE DRESS with TUFTED BROCADE BIRDS, 1880's. Pale aqua faille, ...

Updated: Apr 01, 2010 7:26am PST

LOT 325 : FRAMED ALENCON LACE and MOTHER of PEARL BRIDAL FAN, c. 1860. Carved and reticulated mother of pearl sticks with mixed metal inlay, the leaf of point de Alencon in a shaped gilded shadowbox frame. Fan 12 1/2 x 24, overall 17 1/2 x 26. Excellent. $488.75.

LOT 325

FRAMED ALENCON LACE and MOTHER of PEARL BRIDAL FAN, c. 1860. Carved an ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 12:58pm PST

LOT 309 : BLACK and BROWN SILK BUSTLE DRESS, 1880-1882. 2-Piece black taffeta, tunic with brown satin pleated bib and swag bottom, ombreed ribbon and chenile fringe, carnival beaded globe buttons, tiny pocket, scrolling cord and tassels on back, ruched and draped skirt with fringe and ribbons, ruffled and pleated front, cotton lining. Bust 30, waist 22, skirt length 39. Neck and waistband torn, holes at right armpit, buttonhole torn at waist, some bead loss, overall good. Depending on the size of your screen, this lot may have two pages of photos, please be sure to view both pages. $805.00.

LOT 309

BLACK and BROWN SILK BUSTLE DRESS, 1880-1882. 2-Piece black taffeta, ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 1:09pm PST

LOT 310 : GIRL'S PRINTED SILK DRESS with VELVET and LACE BANDS, 1899. Light blue printed with daisies in yellow and white, short puffed sleeve, wide lace collar with velvet shoulder bow detail, lace and velvet sleeve and waist band, bodice gathers, full skirt inset with three bands of lace bordered with velvet. Bust 25, waist 21, length 27. Several brown spots on lace, very small hole in silk near skirt band, few small holes in lace, good. $143.75.

LOT 310

GIRL'S PRINTED SILK DRESS with VELVET and LACE BANDS, 1899. Light blue ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 12:25pm PST

LOT 326 : FOLDING CHANTILLY LACE PARASOL CARVED IVORY HANDLE, 1870's. Handle and finial carved in a chain link and rope pattern, black lace canopy lined in cream silk with scalloped edge and fringed band. Height 24, diameter 18 1/2. Few tiny holes in net, excellent. $402.50.

LOT 326

FOLDING CHANTILLY LACE PARASOL CARVED IVORY HANDLE, 1870's. Handle and ...

Updated: Jan 29, 2010 7:14am PST

LOT 327 : TWO VICTORIAN PARASOLS with CARVED HANDLES. Bone with carved leaf decoration, taupe silk canopy (lacking lace cover). Ivory carved with floral and foliage design with chantilly lace over pink silk canopy (silk torn, finial missing). Fair-good. $287.50.

LOT 327

TWO VICTORIAN PARASOLS with CARVED HANDLES. Bone with carved leaf deco ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:53am PST

LOT 323 : LADY'S FRENCH BROCADED LACE PATTERN SILK SHOES, c. 1720. Gold silk with a dense pattern of stylized florals, scrolls and brackets brocaded in deep red and green silk with silver metallic thread, green silk binding, rounded pointed tow, covered curved heel, white kid rand and lining. 9 x 2 1/2 with 2 inch heel. Toes worn, abrasions to fabric, one shoe torn at both sides, fair. $2,185.

LOT 323

LADY'S FRENCH BROCADED LACE PATTERN SILK SHOES, c. 1720. Gold silk wit ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:17pm PST

LOT 328 : BLACK SILK RUFFLED CAPELET with RIBBON TRIM, c. 1885. Crescent shaped with five tiers of ruffles edged in shirred grey and black striped ribbon, pleated lappets having ribbon trim and bows, ties at neck, padded lining. Back length 13, front 33. Scattered small tears to lappets and lining, good. $201.25.

LOT 328

BLACK SILK RUFFLED CAPELET with RIBBON TRIM, c. 1885. Crescent shaped ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:17pm PST

LOT 324 : LADY'S DOTTED YELLOW KID LOW HEEL STRAIGHT SHOES, c. 1830. English pumps having pleated silk trimmed vamp and bow beneath silk flower, with brown dots, shaped 1 inch heel, silk lined toe, linen insole, leather sole, paper label in one shoe "Jas. Pearce, Ladies Shoe Maker 32 St. Albans Str. Pall Mall London From Little Earle Strt. Seven Dials" . Length 9 1/2, width 2 5/8. Spots, significant wear and some tears to back and heel, fair. $1,495.

LOT 324

LADY'S DOTTED YELLOW KID LOW HEEL STRAIGHT SHOES, c. 1830. English pum ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:18am PST

LOT 330 : BEADED BRIDAL GOWN with ACCESSORIES and PORTRAIT 1880. Ivory silk brocade, boned deep point bodice, back lacing, mandarin collar, nacre beaded net on cuff and front panel, trained skirt with petticoat front having beaded center panel flanked by ruching and drapery, box pleated hem. Bust 36, waist 23, skirt front length 37, back length 77. Laces missing, minor breaks to net. Excellent. Includes silk pumps, wax flower garland, gloves, silk stockings and ephemera, fair-excellent. Framed bride's portrait by Elizabeth Clark, charcoal, pencil and guache on paper 25 inches x 19 1/2 inches, Framed overall 40 inches x 33 inches. Excellent. $2,300.

LOT 330

BEADED BRIDAL GOWN with ACCESSORIES and PORTRAIT 1880. Ivory silk broc ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 8:43am PST

LOT 331 : PINGAT JET BEADED COAT with SOUTACHE and FAUX FUR c. 1890. Dark blue wool three quarter coat with black curly lamb stand collar, full skirt with side vents and hook & eye closures, decorated allover in a scroll and scallop pattern of black soutache and micro jet beading with applied black plush fillings, black silk lining. Label "Emile Pingat 30. Rue Louis la Grande 30. Paris". Bust 36, shoulder 14, sleeve 26, waist 28, length 37. Museum quality, minor wear to soutache, excellent. $5,060.

LOT 331

PINGAT JET BEADED COAT with SOUTACHE and FAUX FUR c. 1890. Dark blue w ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 1:49pm PST

LOT 332 : LADY'S BLACK WOOL 3-PIECE SIDESADDLE HABIT, c. 1885. Double breasted boned jacket with notched lapel over high neck insert, eleven mother of pearl buttons on each side tapering to point, narrow four-button sleeve gathered at shoulder, split back with eight buttons per side, over- skirt with side hook & eye closures, button and loop, fall front leggings with single button each side, leather stirrups, braided trim. Bust 30, waist 22, sleeve 24, legging length 40. Excellent. $2,760.

LOT 332

LADY'S BLACK WOOL 3-PIECE SIDESADDLE HABIT, c. 1885. Double breasted b ...

Updated: Jan 18, 2010 5:34pm PST

LOT 333 : LADY'S PRINTED WOOL DRESSING GOWN, LATE 19th C. Black with vining ivy print in pink, brown, red and white, cuff and vertical front bands of black velvet, faux pockets with shaped flaps, black buttons, skirt gathered in back for fullness, lined in brown and white printed wool. Bust 38, sleeve 21, length 57. Lining torn in neck area, velvet worn at cuffs, likely had belt, very good. $488.75.

LOT 333

LADY'S PRINTED WOOL DRESSING GOWN, LATE 19th C. Black with vining ivy ...

Updated: Jan 18, 2010 9:32am PST

LOT 334 : BLACK SEQUINNED NET EVENING GOWN with TRAIN, c. 1900. 2-piece black net over cream silk taffeta, the bodice having ecru lace on net sleeve and neckline inset, black velvet cummerbund and shoulder straps having jet bead and sequinned drops, back closure, skirt having allover sequin decoration, black lace hem ruffle. Said to have belonged to Sarah Bernhardt. Bust 36, waist 20, skirt length 42-52. Relined, waistband replaced, good. $2,185.

LOT 334

BLACK SEQUINNED NET EVENING GOWN with TRAIN, c. 1900. 2-piece black ne ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:06pm PST

LOT 335 : PRINTED SILK TRAINED WEDDING DRESS, c. 1900. Cream 2-piece with a repeating abstract device amid scrolling ribbon in ivory, fawn and red, bodice drapes from shirred shoulder and wraps over high- neck net insert, draped three quarter sleeve above pleated net, trimmed with pistachio piping and lace, tucked green waistband has back bow, skirt with four double pleated bands and lace, muslin lining. Bust 34, waist 24, skirt length 42- 53. Waist closure frayed, pale underarm stains, very good. $373.75.

LOT 335

PRINTED SILK TRAINED WEDDING DRESS, c. 1900. Cream 2-piece with a repe ...

Updated: Jan 18, 2010 11:19am PST

LOT 336 : ROSE STRAW BOATER, c. 1898. Tall crown, wide black velvet band with bow and feather, black silk lining. 11 1/2 x 12 3/4 x 4 1/2 high. Excellent. $287.50.

LOT 336

ROSE STRAW BOATER, c. 1898. Tall crown, wide black velvet band with bo ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:18pm PST

LOT 337 : FINE CHRISTENING GOWN c. 1900. White cotton batiste, the yoke and front panel lavishly decorated with whitework, cutwork reserves with birds and butterflies, scalloped border, neckline and yoke panel trimmed in Val lace. Bust 11 1/2, high waist 10 1/2, length 41. Tiny spot lower front, faint stains lower back, tear near hem, good. $184.00.

LOT 337

FINE CHRISTENING GOWN c. 1900. White cotton batiste, the yoke and fron ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:14am PST

LOT 338 : BOY'S RED WOOL "HESSIAN" SUIT with PASSEMENTERIE, 1894. Collarless jacket, neck tab with two trim covered buttons, black braid binding, wide passementerie adorns front and sleeve. Short pants with side buttoning fall front, small fly slit, side pockets, braid and bow hem, four side seam buttons, inside waistband with buttonholes for suspenders. Best & Company. Includes 2nd pair of pants. Chest 24, shoulder 10, waist 24. Tiny moth hole in sleeve, neck buttons worn, excellent. $805.00

LOT 338

BOY'S RED WOOL "HESSIAN" SUIT with PASSEMENTERIE, 1894. Collarless jac ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:59am PST

LOT 339 : YOUTH THREE-PIECE BLACK WOOL SUIT, c. 1905. Jacket with velvet collar, faux double breast having brass buttons and hook & eye closures, vest with brass buttons, backed in polished cotton, knickers with three button fly, waistband hook closure, suspender buttons, back waist buckle adjustment, various linings. Includes a second pair of knickers nearly identical match. Chest 30, shoulder 11, sleeve 20, length 20, waist 26, inseam 17. Extra pair waist 28. Excellent. $258.75.

LOT 339

YOUTH THREE-PIECE BLACK WOOL SUIT, c. 1905. Jacket with velvet collar, ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:21am PST

LOT 372 : SILK, LACE and METALLIC EMBROIDERED GOWN, c. 1912. Pink silk with V-neck, short butterfly sleeve, black silk cummerbund ties at hip, lower skirt black, bodice and upper skirt having overlay of tape lace on net with gold metallic embroidery. Restoration needed, pink silk shattered, few broken brides, some breaks and spots to lace, fair. $373.75.

LOT 372

SILK, LACE and METALLIC EMBROIDERED GOWN, c. 1912. Pink silk with V-ne ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 9:36am PST

LOT 415 : YELLOW SILK EMPIRE GOWN with EMBROIDERED NET, c. 1912. Butter yellow crepe with high neck bodice insert of cotton net embroidered with flowers, elbow length sleeve, bodice and skirt decorated with net bands having scrolls of padded embroidery, front and back vertical bands with silk tassels, silk lining, back hook & eye closures. Bust 35, waist 27, length 57. Scattered tiny holes in net, left underarm stained and small holes, two spots on skirt, hooks and eyes replaced, fair. $172.50.

LOT 415

YELLOW SILK EMPIRE GOWN with EMBROIDERED NET, c. 1912. Butter yellow c ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 9:30am PST

LOT 424 : TRAINED WOOL AFTERNOON DRESS, EARLY 1900's. Pale blue 1-piece, the high neck lappet bodice with fringe and soutache having dotted net insert and sleeve beneath a shaped wool cape, cream lace insertion and embroidery, back hook & eye closures, skirt has deep swag applique with soutache. Bust 34, waist 24, skirt front length 40, back 46. Silk bodice lining shattered, small area on skirt front has several moth holes, few tiny holes, good. $747.50.

LOT 424

TRAINED WOOL AFTERNOON DRESS, EARLY 1900's. Pale blue 1-piece, the hig ...

Updated: Jan 18, 2010 11:17am PST

LOT 425 : ENGLISH TRAINED ROSE VELVET DINNER DRESS, 1904. Museum/donor attributed to Queen's dressmaker, 1-piece, the open bodice with four sequin and crystal bead flower appliques, embroidered net insert and sequinned butterfly applique, elbow length sleeve slit and turned back to reveal lace lining and puffed inner sleeve, net shawl collar with floral embroidery, pink silk lining and pleated hem ruffle. B 33, W 28, L 58-67, minor tear to ruffle, butterfly detached, excellent. $977.50.

LOT 425

ENGLISH TRAINED ROSE VELVET DINNER DRESS, 1904. Museum/donor attribute ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 12:46pm PST

LOT 426 : TRAINED HIGH NECK LACE on NET TEA GOWN, EARLY 20th C. Cream cotton net, the floral decorated bodice having lace neck insert and trim to three quarter sleeve, lappet front, back hook and eye closure, skirt embroidered with bands of clover alternating with ribbons, roses and lace insertion above scrolling border and deep hem flounce. Bust 32, waist 24, skirt length 45-57. Silk lining shattering, light stains on skirt front, lace very good. $805.00.

LOT 426

TRAINED HIGH NECK LACE on NET TEA GOWN, EARLY 20th C. Cream cotton net ...

Updated: Feb 18, 2010 1:46pm PST

LOT 427 : HIGH NECK TEA GOWN with LACE BUTTERFLIES, EARLY 20th C. 1-piece princess style cream cotton batiste inset with vertical bands of lace and net, embroidered yoke inset with lace butterflies, boned neck, banded sleeve with fine tucks, skirt having band of butterflies below hip over pieced lace and embroidery, gathered hem bands. Bust 30, waist 22, length 54. Few holes to net and tears around buttons, few faint stains, good. $316.25.

LOT 427

HIGH NECK TEA GOWN with LACE BUTTERFLIES, EARLY 20th C. 1-piece prince ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:41am PST

LOT 428 : GOWN and PEIGNOIR SET with EMBROIDERY and LACE, c. 1910. Both sleeveless sheer cream cotton with filet lace and embroidered with dragonflies and flowers, the gown of four panels with pointed hem, the front having three medallions of figural needle lace, net side panels, green chiffon neck band. Bust 38, length 51. Excellent. $1,725.

LOT 428

GOWN and PEIGNOIR SET with EMBROIDERY and LACE, c. 1910. Both sleevele ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 7:27am PST

LOT 430 : GOLD METALLIC BROCADE EVENING GOWN with GOLD LACE, c. 1912. Sleeveless with deep V-neck in a pattern of woven foliate stripes having applied gold lace to the bodice creating a bolero effect with peplum, waistband decorated with cloth flowers, net and lace neck insert. Bust 36, waist 28, length 50. Scattered spots to skirt, fabric has splits near front closure on bodice, original closure replaced with snaps, some broken brides, good. $805.00.

LOT 430

GOLD METALLIC BROCADE EVENING GOWN with GOLD LACE, c. 1912. Sleeveless ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:38pm PST

LOT 432 : PARIS BEADED SILK and LACE EVENING GOWN, c. 1914. Beige silk having striped pattern weave, boned bodice in net with short sleeve, bobbin lace, and net pendant bands with pearls and crystal beads ending with pearl drops, draped and gathered narrow skirt with self bows and buttons, side lace insert and pearl drops, Petersham (detached) stamped "Chellier, 53, Rue Vivienne Reverdot. Succr. Paris". B 34, W 22, L 54. Bead loss, few breaks to net, few small holes, good. $747.50.

LOT 432

PARIS BEADED SILK and LACE EVENING GOWN, c. 1914. Beige silk having st ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 12:58pm PST

LOT 433 : SILK VELVET WALKING SUIT with CORDED TRIM, c. 1914. Chocolate brown, the long, collarless jacket with V-neck having faux paisley vest insert with self buttons, front edges, hem and sleeve decorated in brown cord swirls within diamonds, cord covered frog closures, A-line skirt with matching decoration at sides, the back hem having a deep band of pleats. Label "B. Altman & Co. Paris New York". Bust 38, shoulder 14, jacket length 30, waist 26, skirt length 36. Excellent. $805.00.

LOT 433

SILK VELVET WALKING SUIT with CORDED TRIM, c. 1914. Chocolate brown, t ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 11:01am PST

LOT 434 : WWI MEDICAL OFFICER'S UNIFORM, c. 1914. Very complete set with coat, jodphurs, belt, two hats, spats, spurs and identity card "1st Lt. Herman W. Cook, Dental Surgeon, 166th Infantry" with photograph. Rear seam of jodphurs open, missing two buttons. Excellent. $1,380.

LOT 434

WWI MEDICAL OFFICER'S UNIFORM, c. 1914. Very complete set with coat, j ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:44pm PST

LOT 435 : TWO BLACK VELVET and GOLD LAME DRESSES, 1920's. Sleeveless robe de style having gold lame and coral velvet bands at top of skirt, scalloped hem longer in back lined with gold lame along with a square back drape, side closure. Bust 36, length 40-48. Excellent. 2-piece, the long sleeve top of floral velvet cut to lame with collar over a velvet two tier narrow skirt with silk chemise top. Bust 36, length 43. Some broken metallic threads, silk under-top stained, good. $373.75.

LOT 435

TWO BLACK VELVET and GOLD LAME DRESSES, 1920's. Sleeveless robe de sty ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:27pm PST

LOT 439 : SILK ROBE de STYLE WEDDING DRESS with PANNIERS, 1926. Cream charmeuse, the sleeveless bodice having lace collar and front panel decorated with nine tiny bows, flanked by appliqued silk and chiffon flowerheads and leaves, full skirt with built in U-shaped hoop at hip, hem scallops with matching floral appliques, side closure. Bust 37, waist 32, length 53. Overall light stains on skirt, underarms discolored. Together with a halo of tiny wax flowers, fair. $316.25.

LOT 439

SILK ROBE de STYLE WEDDING DRESS with PANNIERS, 1926. Cream charmeuse, ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:14pm PST

LOT 450 : STENCILLED BLACK SILK GAUZE TUNIC, 1920's. Probably Gallenga, square cut wrap with silver Renaissance style trees and stylized creatures, black Venetian glass beads along hem, knotted cord closure with glass bead tassels. 32 x 33. Excellent. $2,070.

LOT 450

STENCILLED BLACK SILK GAUZE TUNIC, 1920's. Probably Gallenga, square c ...

Updated: Mar 15, 2010 12:39pm PST

LOT 451 : Fortuny Delphos Gown with Original Box, c. 1920. Champagne pleated silk with separate gold stenciled empire waistband, armholes and side seams decorated to hem with white, blue and yellow Murano glass beads. Left shoulder closure. Selvedge stamped "Fabrique en Italie Fortuny Depose Made in Italy". Length 56. Several stains, good. Cylindrical cardboard box, lid printed inside and out "Mariano Fortuny Venise 509 Madison Avenue New York, N.Y." Box stained, taped, holes. $6,900.

LOT 451

Fortuny Delphos Gown with Original Box, c. 1920. Champagne pleated sil ...

Updated: Jan 13, 2010 10:26am PST

LOT 452 : LIBERTY SATIN OPERA COAT, EARLY 20th C. Fashioned from a single piece of black silk charmeuse folded into rectangle, joined along top with openwork twisted silk unsewn at either side for arm openings, salmon silk lining and wide collar, neckline edged in black silk rope continuing into a tasseled tie closure. Label "Liberty & Co. London & Paris". Length 39. Excellent. $977.50.

LOT 452

LIBERTY SATIN OPERA COAT, EARLY 20th C. Fashioned from a single piece ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:01am PST

LOT 453 : CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED LADY'S COAT, EARLY 20th C. Cinnabar silk with white silk embroidered flowers and cranes, the border having swimming ducks and water lilies, fold over collar having long neck wrap to one side, white silk lining. Label "Oriental Costumes & Textiles Pohoomull Bros Cairo opp. Shepheard's Hotel". Bust 40, length 41. Few broken threads, excellent. $920.00.

LOT 453

CHINESE EXPORT EMBROIDERED LADY'S COAT, EARLY 20th C. Cinnabar silk wi ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:21am PST

LOT 454 : VELVET and METALLIC BROCADE EVENING COAT, c. 1920. Changeable blue velvet with ruched and ruffled collar, cuffed sleeve, upper body and sleeve top of floral brocade in gold, blue, red and black with silver metallic threads, single brocade button with loop. Relined in peach satin. Bust 44, length 51. Cuff stitching loose, good. $546.25.

LOT 454

VELVET and METALLIC BROCADE EVENING COAT, c. 1920. Changeable blue vel ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 10:27am PST

LOT 455 : ART DECO BEADED BLACK SILK GEORGETTE GOWN, 1920's. Sleeveless column with V-neck and back in a chevron and stripe swag pattern of crystal, white and rhinestone beading with banded neckline and right hip medallions, looped scalloped fringe below knee over a gathered chiffon flounce, hook & eye closures on both shoulders. Bust 39, hip 40, length 55. Very minor losses, flounce possibly added, otherwise excellent. $1,495.

LOT 455

ART DECO BEADED BLACK SILK GEORGETTE GOWN, 1920's. Sleeveless column w ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:19pm PST

LOT 457 : CUT VELVET FLAPPER DRESS with BEAD DECORATION, c. 1920. Sleeveless printed velvet in grey with yellow, red, blue and purple cut to teal chiffon in a pattern of flowers on lattice, scoop neck and back with low dropped waist and circle skirt with two front slits, having lace insertion with colorful beading, neck and armholes edged with beads, scalloped hem has scalloped bead trim. Bust 37, length 43. Some seams on pieced skirt need mending, few broken brides, excellent. $2,070.

LOT 457

CUT VELVET FLAPPER DRESS with BEAD DECORATION, c. 1920. Sleeveless pri ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:34pm PST

LOT 456 : IRISH CROCHET JACKET with LONG PEPLUM, c. 1920. Long sleeve, cutaway front in an allover floral with deep scalloped border of foliage and raised flowers with tiered petals at neck, front opening, hem and along the sleeve. Bust 36, back length 36, sleeve 25. Slight underarm discoloration, excellent. $977.50.

LOT 456

IRISH CROCHET JACKET with LONG PEPLUM, c. 1920. Long sleeve, cutaway f ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:33pm PST

LOT 458 : BEADED GOLD METALLIC LACE DRESS with FAN MOTIF, c. 1920. Sleeveless with attached capelet, the lace in a ginko leaf pattern, a band of bugle bead fans in rose, cobalt, gold and silver circles the draped waist and adorns a flounce on left side, seams and edges trimmed with a band of gold beading, sand lining with lame straps. Bust 34, length 43. Some broken metallic threads, very good. $1,265.

LOT 458

BEADED GOLD METALLIC LACE DRESS with FAN MOTIF, c. 1920. Sleeveless wi ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:20pm PST

LOT 459 : THREE LADIES' BLACK HATS, 1914-1918. Velvet with pumpkin chenille decorated wide brim narrowing toward back, ostrich feather, black silk lining. 13 x 5. Pleated horsehair with self ribbing, wide crown, brim widens toward front having feathers and stiffened fabric bow centered by rhinestone oval ornament. Label "Andrea Paris Patterns Chicago New York". 11 1/2 x 4 1/4. Panne velvet with gold thread and bead decorated underbrim, Boston label. 10 x 4. Good. $143.75.

LOT 459

THREE LADIES' BLACK HATS, 1914-1918. Velvet with pumpkin chenille deco ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:21pm PST

LOT 460 : FOURTEEN PAIR LADIES' STOCKINGS, EARLY 20th C. Two patterned lisle: Blue and black faux bois. Magenta, chartreuse, cream and black plaid. Pink, rose, blue and green silk, orange silk with lace instep, black with green silk, two pair black silk with white embroidery, white, sand and tan cotton with embroidery. Fair-excellent. Together with a pair of pink ribbed silk having horizontal white stripes, as-is. $460.00.

LOT 460

FOURTEEN PAIR LADIES' STOCKINGS, EARLY 20th C. Two patterned lisle: Bl ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:24pm PST

LOT 461 : TWO PAIR LADIES' METALLIC BROCADE EVENING SHOES, 1920's. Red and ivory printed silk pumps with gold metallic micro-check brocade, round toe, covered heel, gold piping, Premier Shoe Co. Brooklyn N.Y. Seams at top of backs unstitched, good. Gold floral brocade with gold kid applique having pierced circle and triangle design, ankle strap, C.H. Wolfelt Co. Split on left inside arch, edge bindings worn, insoles lifting, fair. Both 8 1/2 x 2 3/4 with 3 inch heel. $690.00.

LOT 461

TWO PAIR LADIES' METALLIC BROCADE EVENING SHOES, 1920's. Red and ivory ...

Updated: Mar 04, 2010 1:25pm PST

LOT 462 : HERMES LIZARD PURSE, 1927. Small twin handled duffle with zipper, padlock and two keys in brown lizard with tan leather lining. Unlabeled but zipper tab marked "Hermes". 5 x 7 1/2 with 3 inch handle. Skin worn, especially handles, fair. $920.00.

LOT 462

HERMES LIZARD PURSE, 1927. Small twin handled duffle with zipper, padl ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:18pm PST

LOT 463 : GOLD BROCADE and BLACK CHIFFON EVENING GOWN, EARLY 1930's. Sleeveless in an allover floral with wide strap gathered into band at front, V-neck, low back, side zipper. Bust 38, waist 28, length 62. Excellent. Together with a black satin under dress, not original, several tears, fair. $977.50.

LOT 463

GOLD BROCADE and BLACK CHIFFON EVENING GOWN, EARLY 1930's. Sleeveless ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:12pm PST

LOT 464 : PRINTED CHIFFON DRESS, 1930's. Sleeveless with white lily of the valley and green foliage on black ground, scoop neck bodice top and hem of black net, back shoulder having four chiffon and net flowers, dropped waist with four attached chiffon panels sewn in an inverted scallop ending in handkerchief points, black silk lining. Minor mending needed to few seams, very good. $575.00.

LOT 464

PRINTED CHIFFON DRESS, 1930's. Sleeveless with white lily of the valle ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 1:04pm PST

LOT 465 : TRAINED CREAM SATIN and LACE WEDDING GOWN. c. 1938. Long sleeve princess line lace with squared neckline, the skirt having satin gores, neckline and sleeve decorated with seed pearls, satin button and loop back and sleeve closures, hem stiffened with synthetic horsehair band, worn over satin strapless under- dress, matching lace headpiece with seed pearl trim. Bust 34, waist 24, front length 60, back length 116. Some splits to lace and light stains on skirt, hem binding torn, good. $201.25.

LOT 465

TRAINED CREAM SATIN and LACE WEDDING GOWN. c. 1938. Long sleeve prince ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 11:14am PST

LOT 466 : WORTH NET EVENING GOWN with SEASHELL DESIGN, c. 1932. Sleeveless pale seafoam green V-neck decorated with large shells of various types, the straps with iridescent sequin decoration and scattered rhinestones at shoulder and down low back, attached seafoam crepe de chine slip, side closure. Label "Worth". Belonged to Elizabeth Arden, purchased from employee who received dress as a bequest at Arden's death. Bust 34, waist 25, length 61. Minor breaks to net, very good. $2,070.

LOT 466

WORTH NET EVENING GOWN with SEASHELL DESIGN, c. 1932. Sleeveless pale ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 11:03am PST

LOT 467 : VOIDED VELVET and GOLD BIAS CUT EVENING GOWN, c. 1930. Black velvet in an overall pattern of cherries on a metallic gold ground with draped cutout V-back with four self button and loop closures at top, slight cowl front, pointed cap sleeve and unusual looped arm treatment. Bust 40, waist 34, length 63. Small hole near waist, hem edge has tears and repairs, fair. $632.50.

LOT 467

VOIDED VELVET and GOLD BIAS CUT EVENING GOWN, c. 1930. Black velvet in ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:15pm PST

LOT 536 : ADRIAN BROWN WOOL TWILL SKIRT SUIT, 1948. Jacket with double scalloped yoke and shoulder having faux tortoise buttons, princess line forming scallop at waist, lined in brown satin, narrow skirt with center front pleat, side zipper. Labels "Adrian in British Samek Material" and "Gunther Jaeckel New York". Gunther Jaeckel bought the entire Adrian Spring, 1948 line. Bust 38, waist 27, jacket length 23 1/2, sleeve 23, skirt length 29. Excellent. $460.00.

LOT 536

ADRIAN BROWN WOOL TWILL SKIRT SUIT, 1948. Jacket with double scalloped ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:59am PST

LOT 540 : BLACK CREPE FRINGED GOWN and JACKET, 1940's. Sleeveless bodice with wide strap and center front ruching, A-line skirt having seven bands of silk fringe, back zipper. Matching short sleeve bolero with double row of fringe, padded shoulder. Bust 36, waist 28, length 61. Side seam and back binding unstitched, otherwise excellent. $373.25.

LOT 540

BLACK CREPE FRINGED GOWN and JACKET, 1940's. Sleeveless bodice with wi ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:36pm PST

LOT 537 : TWO LADIES' BEAD DECORATED TWILL SKIRT SUITS, 1940's. Polly Parker black with jet bugle and seed beaded collar, lapels, deep pocket flaps and self buttons including three at skirt hem back. Bust 36, waist 26, jacket length 26, skirt 29. Blue with lapel and faux pockets having white and blue carnival beaded floral, single self button. Bust 36, waist 26, jacket length 25, skirt 29 1/2. Together with a camel wool swing coat having soutache and carnival beading. Bust 49, length 39. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 537

TWO LADIES' BEAD DECORATED TWILL SKIRT SUITS, 1940's. Polly Parker bla ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:00am PST

LOT 538 : BALENCIAGA DOVE GREY SILK DAY DRESS, c. 1947. Heavy ribbed coat style with square collar, elbow length raglan sleeve, princess seams, back waist dropped in a curve above skirt gathers, small pleat at center back hem, faux hip flap pockets, front self buttons to hem, unlined. Label "Balenciaga 10, Avenue George V Paris". Bust 34, waist 22, hip 34, length 43. Two buttons missing, one detached, buttons and small area above right breast worn, shortened, good. good. $920.00.

LOT 538

BALENCIAGA DOVE GREY SILK DAY DRESS, c. 1947. Heavy ribbed coat style ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 12:24pm PST

LOT 539 : TWO FRINGED BLACK COCKTAIL DRESSES, 1940's-1950's. Short sleeve crepe with U-neck having three rows of knotted silk fringe on front yoke and fringed tie back apron, side zipper. Bust 36, waist 28, length 43. Sleeveless silk with bow form cutout neckline having overskirt with fringed hem, self belt with bow, back zipper. Bust 36, waist 25, length 43. Excellent. $258.75.

LOT 539

TWO FRINGED BLACK COCKTAIL DRESSES, 1940's-1950's. Short sleeve crepe ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 11:01am PST

LOT 541 : HATTIE CARNEGIE EVENING GOWN with METALLIC TRIM, 1940's. Bias cut strapless cream satin, the bodice gathered by a narrow metallic embroidered band with green and pink silk floral creating a halter, with sheer trianglar insert between breasts, back opening at waist holding a wide satin loop with matching embroidery draped over bodice top and worn over shoulders or dropping to below the knee. Label "Hattie Carnegie Little Salon". Bust 33, waist 24, length 52 from bodice top. Excellent. $862.50.

LOT 541

HATTIE CARNEGIE EVENING GOWN with METALLIC TRIM, 1940's. Bias cut stra ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2010 12:55pm PST

LOT 542 : CHRISTIAN DIOR 3-PIECED DOTTED SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, early 1950's. Black moire with warp printed white dots, strapless sheath with sweetheart neckline, bow detail, built-in net corset, side zipper. Pleated overskirt with self button front, tulle and horsehair layers beneath. Long sleeve collarless jacket with self buttons. Label "Christian Dior Exclusivo en Cuba El Encanto la Habana". Grosgrain hand printed in ink label "SOUBRETTE". Bust 37, waist 28, dress length 40, skirt length 29, jacket length 18. Neckline unstitched in back. Excellent. $2,185.

LOT 542

CHRISTIAN DIOR 3-PIECED DOTTED SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, early 1950's. Bla ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 8:23am PST

LOT 543 : NINE WOMEN'S MILITARY and NURSING UNIFORMS, 1940's. Grey and white seersucker Red Cross and blue and white surgical nurse, both with hat, headscarf, insignia. Two corded cotton summer skirt suits: WAC green with Colonel insignia and hat. WAVE blue with Lt. Commander insignia and two hats. Two Air Force nurse's uniforms with blouse and hat. Naval officer's and seersucker "On Duty" Air Force nurse's uniform. Good-excellent. $3,220.

LOT 543

NINE WOMEN'S MILITARY and NURSING UNIFORMS, 1940's. Grey and white see ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:42pm PST

LOT 548 : TWO DESIGNER HATS, 1938-1940. Saint-Cyr straw colored linen with net, ribbon band and cattail decorations of straw and feathers. Label "Claude Saint- Cyr Paris", (net torn). Leslie James black velvet Juliet cap with jet beading, sequins and black aigrette. Label "Leslie James California". Together with an oval wide brim velvet plush hat decorated with two birds and net having sparkles, underside pink velvet. Label "An Original Caspar-Davis California Model" (pink velvet few spots). Good-excellent. $287.50.

LOT 548

TWO DESIGNER HATS, 1938-1940. Saint-Cyr straw colored linen with net, ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:12pm PST

LOT 549 : FIVE LADIES' DESIGNER HATS, MID 20th C. Christian Dior-New York pierced and tucked brown wool felt, made in France. Four Hattie Carnigie: Lilac velveteen beret with top stitching. Black felt with cord trim and rhinestones. Brown felt with crochet insert and cord trim. Red felt, the back trimmed with intricately folded grosgrain ribbon with knot. Good-excellent. $230.00.

LOT 549

FIVE LADIES' DESIGNER HATS, MID 20th C. Christian Dior-New York pierce ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:26pm PST

LOT 551 : BES-BEN PILLBOX HAT with BEADED BIRDS, 1940's. Black fabric over canvas having a white felt bird on each side, their backward facing heads meeting at center front over a black veil, birds decorated in crystal bugle beads, rhinestones and oval pearls with large rhinestone eye and curved black plastic beak, backed in black velvet. Label "Bes-Ben Made in Chicago". Pillbox diameter 6 x 2 high, birds 9 inches long. Missing one bugle bead. Excellent. $747.50.

LOT 551

BES-BEN PILLBOX HAT with BEADED BIRDS, 1940's. Black fabric over canva ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:26pm PST

LOT 550 : TWO SCHIAPARELLI HATS, 1950's. Beige felt pieced with black velvet having black and white decorative cord stitching. 9 1/2 x 3 1/2. Black satin cocktail hat with dotted and rhinestone studded veil, with rhinestone bar and bow at center of crown. 8 x 2. Both labeled "Schiaparelli Paris". Excellent. $258.75.

LOT 550

TWO SCHIAPARELLI HATS, 1950's. Beige felt pieced with black velvet hav ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:29pm PST

LOT 552 : BES-BEN OPEN CROWN WIDE BRIM HAT, c. 1950. Black synthetic horsehair woven in a lace pattern, the open crown and slightly down turned brim edged in black velvet, brim narrowing toward back, decorated with two large deep pink roses having green stems and leaves. Label "Bes-Ben Made in Chicago". Brim 2-3 1/2, diameter 12, height 5. Excellent. $258.75.

LOT 552

BES-BEN OPEN CROWN WIDE BRIM HAT, c. 1950. Black synthetic horsehair w ...

Updated: Feb 03, 2010 12:56pm PST

LOT 553 : BES-BEN WIDE BRIM HAT with MAGNOLIA BLOSSOMS, c. 1950. White synthetic horsehair with straight sided crown and 6 1/2 inch brim, adorned with five oversize silk and velvet flowerheads with winding stems and foliage. Label "Bes-Ben Made in Chicago". 4 1/2 x 18 1/2. Underside of brim has 1/4 inch spot, minor stains on petals, very good. $287.50.

LOT 553

BES-BEN WIDE BRIM HAT with MAGNOLIA BLOSSOMS, c. 1950. White synthetic ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 1:36pm PST

LOT 564 : TWO BRASS FRAMED BROWN ALLIGATOR HANDBAGS, c. 1950. Trapezoid with hinged frame, two interior pockets, cognac leather interior, single 7 1/2 inch handle. 10 x 14 3/4 x 3 1/2. Handle and lining show wear, small skuff on front, frame loose at top edge, fair. Curved lid casket form with brass studded handle and lid, chamfered brass corners, black silk faille interior with single pocket and mirrored lid. 6 x 8 x 7, 5 inch handle. Mirror loose and discolored, very good. $80.50.

LOT 564

TWO BRASS FRAMED BROWN ALLIGATOR HANDBAGS, c. 1950. Trapezoid with hin ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:16pm PST

LOT 583 : TRIGERE MUSEUM COLLECTION TWO- PIECE COCKTAIL DRESS, 1959. Sleeveless black silk with a large scale colorful and gold metallic obi-style brocade, the armhole square in back and angled toward neck in front, waist slightly gathered at sides with self bow, narrow skirt having wide hem band, sleeveless jacket with single self button. See photo for various labels. Bust 38, waist 26, length 42. Yellow brocade shows wear, some broken metallic threads especially at hem, good. $517.50.

LOT 583

TRIGERE MUSEUM COLLECTION TWO- PIECE COCKTAIL DRESS, 1959. Sleeveless ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:23am PST

LOT 586 : SCAASI BLACK SILK TAFFETA COCKTAIL DRESS, MID 20th C. Sleeveless with deep V-neck having triple draped shoulder tapering to a silk and velvet rose below breast, pleated swag at hip, A-line eight panel skirt with raised seams, back zipper. Label "Arnold Scaasi". Bust 36, waist 27, length 40. Zipper partially unstitched, overall excellent. $402.50.

LOT 586

SCAASI BLACK SILK TAFFETA COCKTAIL DRESS, MID 20th C. Sleeveless with ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:56am PST

LOT 588 : Jean Desses Lame Dress and Coat Ensemble, Mid 20th C. Gold lame printed with an orange and aquamarine stylized harbor scene, fitted underwire open back spaghetti strap bodice with narrow over-the-knee skirt, back zipper, matching coat with orange velvet lining and fold over padded stand-up collar, two large self off-center buttons. Labels "Jean Desses" and "Made in France". Bust 34, waist 24, hip 35, length 40. Wear at zipper bottom, very minor bodice lining tear, excellent. $862.50.

LOT 588

Jean Desses Lame Dress and Coat Ensemble, Mid 20th C. Gold lame print ...

Updated: Jan 13, 2010 10:17am PST

LOT 590 : JET BEADED COCKTAIL DRESS and WRAP, MID 20th C. Fuchsia satin with ruched waistband, black bodice top having narrow strap and chiffon overlay with jet bead looped fringe, stiffened full skirt, back zipper. Bust 34, waist 26, length 42. Matching stole lined in black satin with jet trim. 12 3/4 x 74. Excellent. $546.25.

LOT 590

JET BEADED COCKTAIL DRESS and WRAP, MID 20th C. Fuchsia satin with ruc ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:02am PST

LOT 592 : LADY'S JEWEL ENCRUSTED EVENING SUIT and HAT, 1950's. White crepe long blazer and pencil skirt with bugle bead diamond lattice having a paste flower at each corner in blue, green, pink or red, the reserves filled with various sized rhinestones, skirt with small slit, scalloped hem and long bugle bead and silk cord fringe. The matching hat with fringe at back. Bust 34, waist 24, jacket length 25, skirt length 34. Some losses, particularly under arms. Good. $747.50.

LOT 592

LADY'S JEWEL ENCRUSTED EVENING SUIT and HAT, 1950's. White crepe long ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:29pm PST

LOT 595 : JACQUES FATH, PARIS, PRINTED COTTON PIQUE DRESS, c. 1950. Black and white feather print, with black satin cuffed cap sleeve, faux bow detail and four buttons below notched square neckline, bodice having pleated details with high waist in front angling to a double low V in back, back zipper, satin lining. Label "Jacques Fath Paris". Bust 34, waist 26, hip 36, length 45. Excellent. $2,760.

LOT 595

JACQUES FATH, PARIS, PRINTED COTTON PIQUE DRESS, c. 1950. Black and wh ...

Updated: Dec 29, 2009 1:52pm PST

LOT 597 : CHANEL DRESS and JACKET ENSEMBLE, 1950's. Ivory silk ribbon weave, the collarless jacket having twisted ribbon trim to neckline, front, notched patch pockets and sleeve, matching dress with sleeveless silk top with neck tie (spots) and silk band below waist, hidden buttons, two back pleats, hook & eye closures and snaps from back seam along left waist. Label "Chanel". Bust 40, waist 28, length 42, jacket length 39. Some seams need mending, overall good. $690.00.

LOT 597

CHANEL DRESS and JACKET ENSEMBLE, 1950's. Ivory silk ribbon weave, the ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:46am PST

LOT 599 : CHRISTIAN DIOR, PARIS, BLACK LABEL COUTURE GREY WOOL SKIRT SUIT, c. 1950. Collarless plain front short jacket having three quarter sleeve with flared and dimpled turn back cuff, single hook & eye closure at waist, small shoulder pads, sixteen panel skirt hugging the hips and flaring to a full circle, lined in grey silk. label: "Made in France Christian Dior Paris" black label. Cranberry silk blouse with four self buttons (three missing) beneath tie, (shattered). Label: "Made in France Christian Dior Paris" white label. Bust 32, shoulder 15, waist 26, length 26. Blouse poor, skirt and jacket excellent. $4,600.

LOT 599

CHRISTIAN DIOR, PARIS, BLACK LABEL COUTURE GREY WOOL SKIRT SUIT, c. 19 ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 1:31pm PST

LOT 600 : CHRISTIAN DIOR, PARIS COUTURE BLACK LABEL DRESS, 1953. Sleeveless white cotton bengaline with deep V-neck, front center seam terminating with large self bow midway down skirt, bodice back having straight cut top and straps, full skirt with deep inverted back pleat, back zipper. Label "Christian Dior Paris". Bust 32, waist 25, length 40. Shortened about 1 inch but not cut, no hem soiling or press marks, small light spot on skirt front, otherwise excellent. $2,070.

LOT 600

CHRISTIAN DIOR, PARIS COUTURE BLACK LABEL DRESS, 1953. Sleeveless whit ...

Updated: Mar 12, 2010 1:47pm PST

LOT 601 : CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE BLACK WOOL 2-PIECE DAY DRESS, 1958. Textured A-line having empire sleeveless silk bodice, deep vertical front pockets, back zipper, short sleeve jacket attaches to dress with single large snap at front behind notch and self bow detail, seven self back buttons, lined in black silk. Label "Printemps-Ete 1958 Christian Dior Paris". Bust 34, waist 30, length 37, jacket length 18. Few tiny holes to silk bodice, excellent. $575.00.

LOT 601

CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE BLACK WOOL 2-PIECE DAY DRESS, 1958. Textured A- ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:30am PST

LOT 631 : TWO APPLIQUED TULLE EVENING GOWNS, 1950's. White strapless with ruched bodice, layered full skirt, feather and sequin decoration. Bust 34, waist 24, skirt length 45. Excellent. Grey and green tulle layers over aqua taffeta, with straps and swags of four velvet ropes, having printed cloth flower heads decorated with sequins and beads, very full skirt. Bust 34, waist 28, skirt length 45. Small tear in taffeta on back, wear between straps and bodice top. Good. $575.00.

LOT 631

TWO APPLIQUED TULLE EVENING GOWNS, 1950's. White strapless with ruched ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:05am PST

LOT 632 : FLORAL PRINTED CHINTZ SUMMER GOWN, 1957. Sleeveless V-neck with wide straps having red, pink, plum, green and white floral bands on pale grey, nine self button and loop back closure, bias cut near full circle skirt. Bust 35, waist 25, length 56. Excellent. $195.50.

LOT 632

FLORAL PRINTED CHINTZ SUMMER GOWN, 1957. Sleeveless V-neck with wide s ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 12:05pm PST

LOT 633 : PEGGY HUNT SLEEVELESS BEADED SHEATH, 1950's. White chiffon with boned bodice, wide strap, in a pattern of horizontal crystal bugle bead stripes alternating with squiggles of white and crystal beads, lined in white satin. Label "Peggy Hunt". Bust 34, waist 24, length 54. Straps reinforced, very minor losses, excellent. $1,380.

LOT 633

PEGGY HUNT SLEEVELESS BEADED SHEATH, 1950's. White chiffon with boned ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:08pm PST

LOT 635 : CHRISTIAN DIOR "PALMYRE" COUTURE JEWELED STRAPLESS EVENING GOWN, 1952. Platinum silk satin opulently decorated with prong set rhinestones and blue jewels, pearls, silver metallic cord, periwinkle embroidery and sequins, boned bodice with top band of darts above meandering floral trailing down skirt having side pleats and center back inverted pleat. Bust 35, waist 26, length 51. It appears that the interior corset, probably with label, has been removed, minor bead loss, hem edge slightly soiled. The Duchess of Windsor's short cocktail length version of this dress is in the Palais Galliera, Fashion Museum City of Paris. Marlene Dietrich and Mrs. Illustrated in Alexandra Palmer's new book, "Couture and Commerce: The Transatlantic Fashion Trade in the 1950's", page 248 and 249. Marlene Dietrich and Mrs. Charles Chaplain also owned versions of this dress. Excellent. $10,350.

LOT 635

CHRISTIAN DIOR "PALMYRE" COUTURE JEWELED STRAPLESS EVENING GOWN, 1952. ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 8:02am PST

LOT 620 : CAIRO DESIGN BROCADE COAT with BEADS and JEWELS, MID 20th C. Ivory ground brocaded with couple in landscape within floral garlands, figures outlined in bronze carnival beads with red and green "jewels", wide rounded collar, raglan sleeve, invisible buttons with bow detail, side slit pockets, yellow satin lining. Label "Miss Egypt Haute Couture le Caire". Bust 44, length 45. Some broken threads at elbow, overall excellent. $575.00.

LOT 620

CAIRO DESIGN BROCADE COAT with BEADS and JEWELS, MID 20th C. Ivory gro ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 7:50am PST

LOT 636 : BALMAIN COUTURE SILK & BEADED METALLIC LACE EVENING GOWN, LATE 1950'S. Strapless bodice having wide shell pink satin band with bow detail over sheath having pink net overlay decorated in gold and silver metallic and pink silk embroidered floral with pearls, sequins and metallic ribbon, wide satin hem band, interior boned corset, back zipper. Label "Pierre Balmain Paris". Bust 35, waist 27, lenght 51. Two small spots on back hem, few broken threads. Excellent. $5,290.

LOT 636

BALMAIN COUTURE SILK & BEADED METALLIC LACE EVENING GOWN, LATE 1950'S. ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 8:16am PST

LOT 638 : LAYERED GREY SILK ORGANZA EVENING GOWN, 1950's. Pink taffeta spaghetti strap bodice and short skirt, the bodice covered in charcoal grey organza, the skirt having petal shaped layers in various shades of grey lengthening in the back, back zipper. Label "Joseph Whitehead, Inc. New York". Bust 33, waist 24, skirt front 30, back length 48. Scattered small holes, straps detached, very good. $230.00.

LOT 638

LAYERED GREY SILK ORGANZA EVENING GOWN, 1950's. Pink taffeta spaghetti ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:15am PST

LOT 639 : CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, 1960. Two-piece hot pink faille with cuffed cap sleeve, fitted bodice with scoop neck and back, curving waistline with front self bow, polonaise style full pleated skirt worn over a matching short, narrow skirt, back zipper. Label "Made in France Printemps-Ete 1960 Christian Dior Paris" white label, customer number faded. Bust 35, waist 25, length 58, under skirt length 21. Overskirt has several holes and splits on right side, for exhibition or study. $2,185.

LOT 639

CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, 1960. Two-piece hot pink f ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:18pm PST

LOT 640 : CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE WOOL TWEED SKIRT SUIT, c. 1960. Pale pink, the short jacket having three large pink plastic buttons, small vents beside hem pockets with flaps, weighted hem. Short narrow skirt with back zipper and pink silk lining. Label "Christian Dior Paris 838407" with illegible ink writing. Bust 38, shoulder 17, sleeve 19, jacket length 22, waist 30, length 21. Jacket unlined, possibly a runway example, skirt hem unfinished, good. $345.00.

LOT 640

CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE WOOL TWEED SKIRT SUIT, c. 1960. Pale pink, the ...

Updated: Mar 03, 2010 7:48am PST

LOT 644 : CHANEL PINK and WHITE WOOL TWEED SKIRT SUIT, c. 1960. Channel stitched, boxy jacket with collar, sleeve and four patch pockets trimmed in matching braid, brass star on filigree dome buttons, single neck button over three frog closures with double buttons, two button sleeve. Slight A-line skirt having five inverted waistline darts at each side, back zipper, pink silk lining. Label "Chanel". Bust 36, length 23, skirt waist 26, length 24. Waistband, lining torn, good. $805.00.

LOT 644

CHANEL PINK and WHITE WOOL TWEED SKIRT SUIT, c. 1960. Channel stitched ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:13am PST

LOT 584 : LANVIN CASTILLO, PARIS, DOTTED TULLE STRAPLESS DRESS, c 1950. Black silk with boned bodice and full layered skirt dotted in bone velveteen, back cut to reveal a ruffled tulle bustle effect on underskirt with many layered tulle hem ruffle, silk satin waistband and braided back bow detail, side zipper, skirt back closes to hem with hooks & eyes. Labels "Jeanne Lavin Paris" and "Castillo". Bust 32, waist 26, skirt front length 28, back 34. Dotted tulle very torn, poor, overall good, needs restoration. $575.00.

LOT 584

LANVIN CASTILLO, PARIS, DOTTED TULLE STRAPLESS DRESS, c 1950. Black si ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 12:47pm PST

LOT 646 : VALENTINO WOOL WORSTED SKIRT SUIT, 1960's. Ribbed light grey and white faced with light grey knit, short jacket with raglan sleeve, single faux breast pocket and three brass and milk glass buttons, short skirt with slight A-line having overlapping front placket with two banded front pockets. Label "Valentino Roma". Bust 34, length 18, skirt waist 26, length 22. Excellent. $115.00.

LOT 646

VALENTINO WOOL WORSTED SKIRT SUIT, 1960's. Ribbed light grey and white ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:02am PST

LOT 648 : JEANNE LANVIN, PARIS, LICENSED COPY 3-PIECE WOOL SUIT, 1960. Jacket and skirt in cream and woven gold check, jacket with narrow lapel, single brass toggle closure, faux flap hem pockets; skirt with front slit pockets, two back zippers; cream shell with double gold banding at hem and yoke. Label "Modele Jeanne Lanvin Paris execute par Maria Carine sur autorisation speciale". Bust 34, waist 24, jacket length 22, skirt length 22. Small spot on skirt front, jacket lining stained, very good. $345.00.

LOT 648

JEANNE LANVIN, PARIS, LICENSED COPY 3-PIECE WOOL SUIT, 1960. Jacket an ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:22pm PST

LOT 649 : GUY LAROCHE WOOL TWEED SKIRT SUIT, LATE 1960's. White with black loose weave tweed having raglan three- quarter sleeve, large black plastic buttons, narrow over the knee length skirt with two side zippers, black satin lining. Label "Guy Laroche Diffuse Par Maria Carine". Bust 37, length 24, skirt waist 26, length 25. Excellent. $115.00.

LOT 649

GUY LAROCHE WOOL TWEED SKIRT SUIT, LATE 1960's. White with black loose ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:06am PST

LOT 650 : GALANOS HERRINGBONE WOOL COAT DRESS, c. 1968. Long sleeve black and white in a variegated horizontal pattern with banded V-neck and invisible button placket, two patch pockets with silver buttoned flaps, silver mesh belt, black silk lining, matching bias cut scarf. Label "Galanos". Bust 34, waist 28, lenght 39, sleeve 21 1/2. Excellent. $575.00.

LOT 650

GALANOS HERRINGBONE WOOL COAT DRESS, c. 1968. Long sleeve black and wh ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 12:30pm PST

LOT 651 : COURREGES WOOL DAY DRESS and COAT ENSEMBLE, c. 1960. Short sleeve orange twill A-line empire waist dress with raised seam details. Orange double breasted coat with square neck and collar, patch pockets, orange plastic buttons. Label "Courreges Paris". Dress bust 34, length 36, coat bust 38, length 37. Dress has light soiling, very good, coat excellent. $1,265.

LOT 651

COURREGES WOOL DAY DRESS and COAT ENSEMBLE, c. 1960. Short sleeve oran ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:53am PST

LOT 652 : COURREGES THREE PIECE WOOL ENSEMBLE, c. 1960. Skirt, coat and hat of double faced wool melton in oatmeal reversing to brown plaid. Double breasted coat with wood buttons, plaid collar and two low faux flap pockets, short skirt with two front pockets, concealed zipper, plaid belt. Plaid hat with bow band. Label "Courreges Paris". Coat Bust 39, length 37, skirt waist 30, length 20. Excellent. $402.50.

LOT 652

COURREGES THREE PIECE WOOL ENSEMBLE, c. 1960. Skirt, coat and hat of d ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 10:55am PST

LOT 653 : VALENTINO WOOL PLAID COAT and SKIRT ENSEMBLE, 1960s. Double faced charcoal, grey and white blanket plaid, coat with raglan sleeve, single breasted with four angled U-shaped flap pockets with button and loop detail, brass collared grey buttons, short skirt with side zipper. Label "Valentino Roma". Bust 36, length 37, skirt waist 26, length 21 1/2. Lower right pocket partially unstitched, excellent. $488.75.

LOT 653

VALENTINO WOOL PLAID COAT and SKIRT ENSEMBLE, 1960s. Double faced char ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:25am PST

LOT 654 : PIERRE CARDIN WHITE VINYL MOD STYLE COAT, 1960's. Top stitched A-line with stand-up collar having brass dome and copper disk snap, large brass zipper with ring pull, C-shape front pocket trim continues to back forming half belt, black wool knit lining. Label "Pierre Cardin Paris New York". Bust 37, length 36, sleeve 22 3/4. Some light marks and breaks to topstitching, good. $1,265.

LOT 654

PIERRE CARDIN WHITE VINYL MOD STYLE COAT, 1960's. Top stitched A-line ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 9:08am PST

LOT 668 : GEOFFREY BEENE PRINTED COTTON BACK WRAP MINI DRESS, c. 1969. Sleeveless black and white abstract floral heavy cotton pique with set-in waist, black and white leather tie belt, full skirt with two patch pockets, back wraps and fastens at waist. Label "Geoffrey Beene". Bust 32, waist 28, length 33 1/2. Hook & eye closures oxidized, light soiling at neck, waist, hem and armholes, very good. $431.25.

LOT 668

GEOFFREY BEENE PRINTED COTTON BACK WRAP MINI DRESS, c. 1969. Sleeveles ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:40pm PST

LOT 669 : BLASS FOR RENTNER METALLIC LACE PAISLEY DRESS, 1960's. Short dress having long sleeve and full skirt with scalloped hem and neckline, wide self belt, in gold metallic lace with large fuchsia, green and gold tinsel botehs over yellow crepe. Label "Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner". Bust 34, waist 24, length 36. Excellent. $373.75.

LOT 669

BLASS FOR RENTNER METALLIC LACE PAISLEY DRESS, 1960's. Short dress hav ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 12:58pm PST

LOT 670 : TWO TRIGERE BLACK SILK FAILLE COCKTAIL DRESSES, 1960's. Tissue chemise with narrow Swarovski rhinestone straps in offset rows, back zipper, with bolero having large back button detail. Label "Pauline Trigere". B 38, W 30, L 41. Narrow strap 2-layer bodice, the outer tucked at straps, left side closure of ten self buttons, A-line skirt flounced at knee with a repeat of eight tucks, rhinestone belt, side zipper. "Pauline Trigere" woven into waistband. B 38, W 30, L 41. Excellent. $460.00.

LOT 670

TWO TRIGERE BLACK SILK FAILLE COCKTAIL DRESSES, 1960's. Tissue chemise ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:50pm PST

LOT 671 : SCAASI TANGERINE SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, MID-20th C. Abstract patterned dupioni silk with scoop neck fitted bodice, three quarter sleeve with self bow, full skirt with peplum back, white taffeta padded double under skirt, back zipper. Label "Arnold Scaasi". Bust 37, waist 24. Small green mark inside back pleat, underskirt has spots, very good. $258.75.

LOT 671

SCAASI TANGERINE SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, MID-20th C. Abstract patterned d ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:04pm PST

LOT 672 : TWO DESIGNER BLACK CHIFFON COCKTAIL DRESSES, 1960's. Both with sheer bodice over low neck silk underdress: Galanos having sleeveless gathered shoulder and ruched cummerbund over gathered skirt with triple hem flounce, back zipper. Label "Galanos". Bust 36, waist 26, length 42. Trigere cap sleeve with center front double inverted pleat, back with apron style tie over zipper, separate back zip underdress. Label "Pauline Trigere". Bust 36, waist 27, length 42. Excellent. $488.75.

LOT 672

TWO DESIGNER BLACK CHIFFON COCKTAIL DRESSES, 1960's. Both with sheer b ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:16am PST

LOT 673 : CHIFFON COCKTAIL DRESS 1960's. Sleeveless lime green silk chiffon, the bodice draped and wrapped to form cummerbund over front panels in shell pink, hot pink and coral falling to hemline, deep V-neck, low back, very full skirt, attached yellow crepe under dress, unlabeled, attributed to Helen Rose. Bust 38, waist 26 1/2, length 42. Some light dye transfer of pink on skirt, few tiny holes to chiffon, very good. $258.75.

LOT 673

CHIFFON COCKTAIL DRESS 1960's. Sleeveless lime green silk chiffon, the ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:38am PST

LOT 674 : GALANOS GOLD METALLIC BROCADE SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, c. 1968. Long sleeve, the front yoke and side panel cut from one piece, circle skirt with side pleats, self belt, narrow underskirt, back zipper, lined in gold silk. Label "Galanos". B 34, W 27, L 37. Zipper stiching loose, underskirt has scattered tiny spots, oherwise excellent. $287.50.

LOT 674

GALANOS GOLD METALLIC BROCADE SILK COCKTAIL DRESS, c. 1968. Long sleev ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:49am PST

LOT 675 : TIZIANI PAISLEY LAME COCKTAIL SUIT with MINK TRIM, 1960's. Sleeveless dress with curving V-neck having self bow in gold lame printed with botehs in shades of orange and gold on lilac, back zipper. Short sleeve bolero edged in brown mink lined in lilac silk. Label "Tiziani Roma". Bust 38, waist 30, length 38. Excellent. $201.75.

LOT 675

TIZIANI PAISLEY LAME COCKTAIL SUIT with MINK TRIM, 1960's. Sleeveless ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:23pm PST

LOT 679 : TWO PARIS DESIGNER MINI DRESSES, 1960's. Hand sewn tangerine silk crepe halter with wide belt, patch pockets, side zipper, snap halter closures. Label "Jean Patou Paris". NY Int'l Airport entry tag attached to inseam. Bust 38, waist 29, length 33 1/2. Belt discolored, good. Buttercup yellow sleeveless wool A-line, the straps having oversize plastic buttons, slit pockets and back belt over zipper. Label "Courreges Paris". Bust 32, waist 30, length 35. Stains, fair. $431.50.

LOT 679

TWO PARIS DESIGNER MINI DRESSES, 1960's. Hand sewn tangerine silk crep ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 9:07am PST

LOT 684 : TRIGERE PRINTED COTTON CAFTAN with RHINESTONES, 1960's. Red voile printed with abstract floral in periwinkle, aqua, pink, yellow, orange and black strewn with large sized rhinestones, square shape with stand-up collar, front bodice slit, gathered into wide zippered cuff, matching short underdress with narrow strap and back zipper. Partial Trigere grosgrain label with with hand written "375" in red, probably Trigere museum catalog number. Dress bust 38 length 39, caftan length 52. Both pieces shortened, otherwise excellent. $316.25.

LOT 684

TRIGERE PRINTED COTTON CAFTAN with RHINESTONES, 1960's. Red voile prin ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:10am PST

LOT 685 : GOLD LUREX and BEADED METALLIC LACE EVENING GOWN, 1960's. Boned bodice with narrow strap, a wide U-shaped band of metallic lace beaded in pink, blue, gold and pearls applied below breast continues around bodice back, slightly trained skirt pleated in back for fullness, bodice closes with hooks & eyes, skirt snaps over zippered lining. Label "Veneziani Milano". Bust 32, waist 22, skirt length 40-45. Few minor marks to skirt, excellent. $517.50.

LOT 685

GOLD LUREX and BEADED METALLIC LACE EVENING GOWN, 1960's. Boned bodice ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 12:53pm PST

LOT 686 : JEWEL and BEAD ENCRUSTED SATIN EVENING GOWN, 1960's. Sleeveless silk column with narrow strap heavily decorated allover in an abstract pattern of flowers, leaves, bars and crosses in black, white, gold, green, pearl and crystal jewels, beads and sequins, fully lined in satin, back zipper. Label "Sara Fredericks". Bust 34, waist 32, hip 38, length 52. Hem edge slightly stained, very minor losses, overall excellent. $402.50.

LOT 686

JEWEL and BEAD ENCRUSTED SATIN EVENING GOWN, 1960's. Sleeveless silk c ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:57pm PST

LOT 687 : NORELL GOLD MERMAID GOWN with CREPE OVER-TUNIC, 1960's. Sleeveless gown in allover gold sequins on yellow knit with back zipper worn alone or with long sleeveless black split front tunic with off center self bow, back closure with four self buttons above zipper. Label "Norman Norell". Bust 34, waist 24, gown length 62, tunic length 57. Sequin losses, gown fair, tunic excellent. $690.00.

LOT 687

NORELL GOLD MERMAID GOWN with CREPE OVER-TUNIC, 1960's. Sleeveless gow ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 11:02am PST

LOT 688 : BALENCIAGA ORANGE SILK EVENING GOWN, February 1964. Bright orange having lighter orange brocade in rose pattern with sleeveless scoop neck bodice and low back, princess seams, full skirt falling from slightly gathered dropped waist, lined in orange silk organza, side zipper and left shoulder closure. Label "Balenciaga 10, Avenue George V. Paris." Bust 34, waist 26, length 56 1/2. Very minor fading under arms, excellent. $1,955.

LOT 688

BALENCIAGA ORANGE SILK EVENING GOWN, February 1964. Bright orange havi ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:42pm PST

LOT 696 : FIVE PAPER GARMENTS, 1960's. Child's playsuit, lady's sundress, sleeveless top, black and white basketweave pantsuit, red and white striped hooded long sleeve bodysuit. Some color transfer to pantsuit and sundress, fair-excellent. $172.50.

LOT 696

FIVE PAPER GARMENTS, 1960's. Child's playsuit, lady's sundress, sleeve ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 9:12am PST

LOT 697 : FOUR LADIES' PAPER GARMENTS, 1960's. Deadstock Time Magazine "Valentine" dress, 2-piece beach outfit, sundress, floral print party dress in original package. Excellent. $345.00.

LOT 697

FOUR LADIES' PAPER GARMENTS, 1960's. Deadstock Time Magazine "Valentin ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 9:27am PST

LOT 698 : UNLABELED BLACK "MONOKINI" TOPLESS SWIMSUIT, c. 1964. Knit wool blend, a single self cylindrical strap fits through loop and buttons inside point of inverted V waistband, passes over the shoulders and attaches to either side of center back seam with inside buttons adjustable with three buttonholes. Waist 26, length 27-29. Excellent. $2,530.

LOT 698

UNLABELED BLACK "MONOKINI" TOPLESS SWIMSUIT, c. 1964. Knit wool blend, ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:21pm PST

LOT 699 : GALANOS WOOL JUMPER with FAUX VEST, c. 1968. Sulphur yellow sleeveless A-line having attached four pocket vest with brass ring detail over front zipper, two back seam zippers. Label "Galanos". B 34, W 28, L 37. Few tiny spots, hem unstitched, very good. $287.50.

LOT 699

GALANOS WOOL JUMPER with FAUX VEST, c. 1968. Sulphur yellow sleeveless ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 9:03am PST

LOT 700 : RUDI GERNREICH WOOL KNIT "KABUKI" DRESS, AUTUMN 1963. Black and white check with long kimono sleeve and V-neck, applied contrasting high obi band in pink and red diagonal stripe with lime green tie, matching turn back cuff, back zipper. Label "Rudi Gernreich Design for Harmon Knitwear". Identical example in the Kyoto Museum Costume Collection and pictured in Fashion, page 670, also featured in . Bust 32 and length 40. Minor moth damage to cuffs, very good. $3,680.

LOT 700

RUDI GERNREICH WOOL KNIT "KABUKI" DRESS, AUTUMN 1963. Black and white ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:57am PST

LOT 701 : RUDI GERNREICH WOOL KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve double knit in black and white chevron with high obi waistband in red and orange diagonal stripe cinched by an attached chartreuse tie, turn back cuff in the red and orange stripe, back zipper. Label "Rudi Gernreich Design for Harmon Knitwear". Similar "Kabuki" example in Kyoto Museum collection. Bust 36, length 38 1/2, sleeve 23. Faint stain front neckline, few small pulls to fabric, very good. $1,495.

LOT 701

RUDI GERNREICH WOOL KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve double knit in ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:35am PST

LOT 702 : BILL BLASS for MAURICE RENTNER WOOL MINI DRESS, 1960's. Sleeveless with a-symmetrical yoke and knife-pleated skirt in a vibrant pink, purple, green, blue and yellow chevron stripe, two self button and loop closures at left shoulder, side zipper, bodice lined in yellow satin. Label "Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner". Bust 33, length 34. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 702

BILL BLASS for MAURICE RENTNER WOOL MINI DRESS, 1960's. Sleeveless wit ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 1:27pm PST

LOT 712 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT MINI DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with front domed self faux buttons over snap closure in signature "Emilio" arabesque print in shades of pink, grey and cream, banded V-neck, cuff and sleeve. Unlabeled. Bust 32, waist 28, length 33, sleeve 23. Includes an extra button, excellent. $546.25.

LOT 712

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT MINI DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with fr ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:01am PST

LOT 714 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve shift with square neck, with signature "Emilio" abstract print in shades of grey, brown, black and white, the sleeves, yoke and hem in stripes. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 36, waist 32, length 33, sleeve 20. Tiny faint spot on back, excellent. $488.75.

LOT 714

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve shift wi ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 7:57am PST

LOT 713 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve shift with round neck, front zipper, with signature "Emilio" abstract print in shades of blue, green, lavender and white, banded neck, front, hem, shoulder and cuff with self button. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 37, waist 33, length 37, sleeve 22 1/2. Right hip has light color transfer on white, good. $575.00.

LOT 713

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve shift wi ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:11am PST

LOT 715 : PUCCI PRINTED CRINKLED SILK LONG DRESS, 1960's. Chevron patterned silk having sleeveless empire bodice with banded neck, slit front and waist, slightly gathered skirt with banded hem and sides, all in signture "Emilio" whimsical undersea print in black, greys and blues, side zipper. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 34, waist 24, length 54, Excellent. $632.50.

LOT 715

PUCCI PRINTED CRINKLED SILK LONG DRESS, 1960's. Chevron patterned silk ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 9:01am PST

LOT 716 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with banded V-neck, waistband, cuff and hem, in signature large floral print in shades of blue, plum, lavender, black and white, slightly gathered skirt, back and side zippers. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 37, waist 28, length 42, sleeve 22. Scattered light spots on skirt, good. $546.25.

LOT 716

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with ban ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:15am PST

LOT 717 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with signature "Emilio" floral in purple, lilac, orange, olive and white on black, banded V-neck, waistband, cuff and back zipper placket, also has side zipper. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 33, waist 25, length 39, sleeve 21. Excellent. $258.75.

LOT 717

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with sig ...

Updated: Dec 29, 2009 1:59pm PST

LOT 718 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK CHIFFON DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with banded neckline, hem, self button cuff and back placket with six invisible buttons, signature "Emilio" floral print in oranges, greens and blues, torso lined in chiffon. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 36, length 37, sleeve 21. Excellent. $402.50.

LOT 718

PUCCI PRINTED SILK CHIFFON DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with banded ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:51am PST

LOT 719 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK CHIFFON DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve having V-neck and high waist with banded trim, a-symmetrical diagonal floral and signature "Emilio" ribbon print in periwinkle and aqua on lemon yellow ground, side zipper. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 38, length 34, sleeve 19. Two small spots, otherwise excellent. $632.50.

LOT 719

PUCCI PRINTED SILK CHIFFON DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve having V-nec ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:47am PST

LOT 720 : PUCCI PRINTED COTTON VELVETEEN DRESS, 1960's. Sleeveless with black empire bodice having zig-zag print bordered V-neck and inverted V waistband, A-line skirt in a whimsical signature "Emilio" print of waves and suns in greens, blues and plum, fully lined, back zipper. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 36, waist 28, length 39. Tiny spot on skirt, excellent. $805.00.

LOT 720

PUCCI PRINTED COTTON VELVETEEN DRESS, 1960's. Sleeveless with black em ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:43am PST

LOT 721 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with slight boat neck, "Emilio" signature geometric print in shades of lavender and blue with white, self belt with crystal bead tassels. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 34, length 34, sleeve 19. Excellent. $488.75.

LOT 721

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve with sli ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:54am PST

LOT 722 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve black bodice with banded V-neck and inverted V waistband, slightly gathered skirt in signature "Emilio" ribbon print in cream, grey, black and shades of brown. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence- Italy". Bust 34, waist 26, length 37, sleeve 19. Excellent. $345.00.

LOT 722

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Long sleeve black bo ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:57am PST

LOT 723 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, c. 1960. Long sleeve, over the knee length with signature "Emilio" print having vining flowers on pointed columns in black, brown, slate and tan on cream ground with stripe and circle bands, self belt with crystal bead tassels. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". Bust 36, waist 28, length 44. Few tiny spots on bodice front, otherwise excellent. $431.25.

LOT 723

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, c. 1960. Long sleeve, over t ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:40am PST

LOT 724 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK KNIT JERSEY LONG DRESS, 1960's. Cream, black and chestnut abstract "Emilio" signature print kimono style with banded V-neck, square sleeve and wide high waistband attached in front, loose in back, slight A-line skirt, side zipper. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence- Italy". Bust 38, waist 30, length 58. Excellent. $632.50.

LOT 724

PUCCI PRINTED SILK KNIT JERSEY LONG DRESS, 1960's. Cream, black and ch ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:45pm PST

LOT 725 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK BLOUSE and LONG VELVETEEN SKIRT, 1960's. Long sleeve jersey knit blouse with self covered buttons in signature "Emilio" arabesque print in chartreuse, olive, shades of brown, black and white, button cuff, includes two extra buttons. Matching A-line cotton skirt with wide waistband, side zipper, small front slit, lined in black satin. No labels. Bust 34, sleeve 24, skirt waist 26, length 41 1/2. Excellent. $431.25.

LOT 725

PUCCI PRINTED SILK BLOUSE and LONG VELVETEEN SKIRT, 1960's. Long sleev ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:08am PST

LOT 727 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK TWILL SCARF, c. 1970. Emilio signature abstract print in shades of fuchsia, lilac and purple on white. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". 36 x 35. Two minor spots, excellent. $143.75.

LOT 727

PUCCI PRINTED SILK TWILL SCARF, c. 1970. Emilio signature abstract pri ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:46am PST

LOT 728 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK TWILL SCARF c. 1970. Signature "Emilio" twisted ribbon and floral medallion print in shades of green and brown with white on an orange ground. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence-Italy". 34 1/2 x 35. Excellent. $149.50.

LOT 728

PUCCI PRINTED SILK TWILL SCARF c. 1970. Signature "Emilio" twisted rib ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:48am PST

LOT 729 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK SHELL with SEQUINS and JEWELS, c. 1970. Back buttoning scoop neck in "Emilio" signature print in shades of green, lavender, blue and black, decorated with sequins, jet beads, rhinestones and colored baubles, beaded buttons, lined in blue signature silk. Label "Emilio Pucci Firenze". Bust 42, length 19. Some bead losses, otherwise excellent. $488.75.

LOT 729

PUCCI PRINTED SILK SHELL with SEQUINS and JEWELS, c. 1970. Back button ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 9:04am PST

LOT 730 : PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Short sleeve with square neck, bodice in signature "Emilio" abstract print in shades of blue, aqua, grey and white, banded neck, waistband and sleeve, slightly gathered aqua skirt, side and back zippers. Label "Emilio Pucci Florence- Italy". Bust 32, waist 26, length 35. Needs cleaning, several spots on skirt, left underarm stain and seam opening, hem shortened, good. $258.75.

LOT 730

PUCCI PRINTED SILK JERSEY KNIT DAY DRESS, 1960's. Short sleeve with sq ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 8:04am PST

LOT 753 : MAN'S THREE PIECE RAW SILK SUIT, 1960's. Oatmeal with wide lapel, side panel forms flap for patch pocket, single breast pocket, two mother of pearl buttons. Vest with two flap pockets. Trousers with self belt waistband having two pockets. Chest 38, sleeve 26, waist 31, inseam 32. Excellent. $172.50.

LOT 753

MAN'S THREE PIECE RAW SILK SUIT, 1960's. Oatmeal with wide lapel, side ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 7:48am PST

LOT 754 : MR. FISH, LONDON, MAN'S THREE PIECE ENSEMBLE, c. 1970. Raw pumpkin silk jacket and trousers, the jacket having satin yoke, collar and two vertical bands front and back having openings for satin sash. Printed silk collarless tunic in white, pumpkin, rust and gold with button placket. Trousers with half self belt and two waistband pockets. Chest 40, length 34, waist 32, inseam 32. Together with a man's Mr. Fish printed chiffon tunic. Chest 38. See photos for labels. Excellent. $1,265.

LOT 754

MR. FISH, LONDON, MAN'S THREE PIECE ENSEMBLE, c. 1970. Raw pumpkin sil ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:00am PST

LOT 755 : MAN'S VALENTINO IVORY SILK NEHRU COAT with VEST, 1960's. Heavy weave having collar, cuffs and pockets trimmed with cream soutache and tan floral embroidery, metal and composition buttons set with rhinestones. Matching vest with allover front decoration, silk back. Label "Valentino Roma". Coat chest 40, length 32, sleeve 25 1/2, vest chest 38. Many buttons missing rhinestones, two lacking composition centers, one vest buttonhole soiled, very good. $1,035.

LOT 755

MAN'S VALENTINO IVORY SILK NEHRU COAT with VEST, 1960's. Heavy weave h ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 7:37am PST

LOT 756 : MAN'S DEADSTOCK ITALIAN BELTED COTTON COAT, c. 1968. Bright blue twill with stand-up collar, brass buttons, sleeves and large patch pockets having white zippers with rings, left pocket has red and yellow geometric appliques, bicep pocket on left sleeve, self belt. Label "Baratta Milano Roma". Chest 40, length 42, sleeve 24 1/2. Two attached security tags, two tiny spots, otherwise excellent. $230.00.

LOT 756

MAN'S DEADSTOCK ITALIAN BELTED COTTON COAT, c. 1968. Bright blue twill ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 12:35pm PST

LOT 757 : VALENTINO MAN'S CASUAL WOOL CHECK JACKET, c. 1970. Cream and oatmeal shadow check having shawl collar and off center hidden zipper, four patch pockets. Label "Valentino Couture". Chest 40, length 34, sleeve 26. Excellent. $920.00.

LOT 757

VALENTINO MAN'S CASUAL WOOL CHECK JACKET, c. 1970. Cream and oatmeal s ...

Updated: Jan 07, 2010 11:02am PST

LOT 758 : TWO RUDI GERNREICH POLYESTER KNIT LONG DRESSES, 1970's. Sleeveless ribbed columns with wide and narrow stripe at waist: Orange with pink and black with white. Label "Rudi Gernreich Design for Harmon Knitwear. Bust 34, waist 26, length 62. Orange has faint spot at neckline. Excellent. $345.00.

LOT 758

TWO RUDI GERNREICH POLYESTER KNIT LONG DRESSES, 1970's. Sleeveless rib ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:04am PST

LOT 759 : ZANDRA RHODES HANDMADE GOWN with CRINOLINE, 1970's. Grey-green rayon voile with black and white paint decoration, having applied sequins, pearls and white chiffon bows with drops, scoop neck, elasticized waist and butterfly sleeve, long skirt cut with four deep scallops, over separate yellow crinoline over olive satin, beaded white satin sash belt. Label "Zandra Rhodes London". Bust size free, waist 26 (crinoline 24), length 60. Sash stained, otherwise excellent. $977.50.

LOT 759

ZANDRA RHODES HANDMADE GOWN with CRINOLINE, 1970's. Grey-green rayon v ...

Updated: Feb 22, 2010 10:00am PST

LOT 760 : ZANDRA RHODES HAND PAINTED FOUR PIECE ENSEMBLE, 1970's. Accordion pleated black chiffon camisole, long skirt and short tabard painted in periwinkle, aqua and dusty rose abstract design with feathers, tunic trimmed with folded aqua satin ribbon, matching belt, black under skirt. Label "Zandra Rhodes London". Bust 32, elastic waist 24+, skirt 41, tunic length 21. Excellent. $546.25.

LOT 760

ZANDRA RHODES HAND PAINTED FOUR PIECE ENSEMBLE, 1970's. Accordion plea ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 9:22am PST

LOT 761 : FAUX FUR SLEEVELESS EVENING GOWN, c. 1970. Black and deep brown leopard print V-neck, the wide straps cross over open back, padded bust, A-line skirt with deep slit, self belt, back zipper. Monique label. Bust 34, waist 25, hip 37, length 58. Some light wear, good. $172.50.

LOT 761

FAUX FUR SLEEVELESS EVENING GOWN, c. 1970. Black and deep brown leopar ...

Updated: Jan 15, 2010 1:16pm PST

LOT 762 : GOLD BEADED BLACK KNIT WOOL SHEATH c. 1970. Sleeveless and backless gown with boatneck, hand knit and hand beaded in an allover floral pattern of gold and crystal seed and bugle beads, tasseled rope belt. Label "Made in Hong Kong for Jo-Ro Imports". Bust 38, waist 28, length 59. Few loose threads and beads, excellent. $200-$300.

LOT 762

GOLD BEADED BLACK KNIT WOOL SHEATH c. 1970. Sleeveless and backless go ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 10:17am PST

LOT 763 : BILL BLASS PRINTED VELVET DRESS with FEATHER HEM 1970's. Long sleeve with high waist tucks in a stylized Moorish print in turquoise, rust, navy and brown, mid-calf length having a deep layered hem of dyed and gilt painted feathers, back zipper. Label "Bill Blass". Bust 36, waist 29, length 51, sleeve 23 1/2. Excellent. $150-$250.

LOT 763

BILL BLASS PRINTED VELVET DRESS with FEATHER HEM 1970's. Long sleeve w ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:21pm PST

LOT 767 : HALSTON ORANGE BATWING CHIFFON GOWN, 1970's. Wrap halter bodice with wide waistband having batwing cape overlay lengthing almost to hem in back, back zipper. Label "Halston". Bust 34, waist 28, length 51. Hem edge frayed, otherwise excellent. $1,035.

LOT 767

HALSTON ORANGE BATWING CHIFFON GOWN, 1970's. Wrap halter bodice with w ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 7:57am PST

LOT 764 : DE LA RENTA METALLIC DRESS and MINK TRIM JACKET SET, c. 1970. Sleeveless orange wool with silver brocade squares, the neck, wide waistband and hem trimmed with gold braid, brass hobnails and rhinestones. Matching zip front jacket with mink collar and cuffs, breast patch pockets. Label "Oscar de la Renta". Bust 36, waist 28, length 42, jacket length 18, sleeve 23. Some broken metallic threads, overall excellent. $184.00.

LOT 764

DE LA RENTA METALLIC DRESS and MINK TRIM JACKET SET, c. 1970. Sleevele ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:31am PST

LOT 765 : FENDI THREE QUARTER LENGTH BEAVER COAT, c. 1978. Dark brown with shawl collar, button cuff sleeve pieced in diagonal bands, two leather tie closures, front slit pockets, printed silk lining having a diamond shaped repeat of "Alta Moda Pronta Fendi". Label "Fendi Roma". Bust 40, shoulder 16, length 36. Excellent. $172.50.

LOT 765

FENDI THREE QUARTER LENGTH BEAVER COAT, c. 1978. Dark brown with shawl ...

Updated: Feb 26, 2010 1:46pm PST

LOT 768 : YSL RIVE GAUCHE PRINTED CHIFFON PEASANT DRESS, 1977. Horizontal striped floral bands in pink, white, blue, red and green on black ground, sleeveless bodice in stretch smocking to hip, ruffled open neck with wide over-the- shoulder flounce, double tiered long, full skirt with ruffles, self tie belt. Label "Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Paris". Bust 34+, waist 26+, length 50. Excellent. $805.00.

LOT 768

YSL RIVE GAUCHE PRINTED CHIFFON PEASANT DRESS, 1977. Horizontal stripe ...

Updated: Dec 30, 2009 1:46pm PST

LOT 766 : TRIGERE EXAGGERATED SLEEVE PRINTED CHIFFON GOWN, c. 1970. Black chiffon with fireworks and stars in hot pink, green and white having gold metallic brocade stars, sheer bodice with low neck and self button & loop closures, backless crepe lining, slight bell sleeve open from wrist falls almost to hem. Partial Trigere grosgrain label at hem with hand written "496" in red, probably Trigere Museum catalog number. Bust 36, waist 30, length 54. Buttons & loops worn, small hole left shoulder, some minor broken gold threads, very good. $690.00.

LOT 766

TRIGERE EXAGGERATED SLEEVE PRINTED CHIFFON GOWN, c. 1970. Black chiffo ...

Updated: Jan 04, 2010 8:03am PST

LOT 769 : SCOTT BARRIE PRINTED RAYON DRESS and JACKET, c. 1979. Red matte jersey knit with whimsical flowers in black, chemise with black cord trim and spaghetti strap consisting of an apron front with rounded hem over a matching back in reverse, matching jacket with corded raglan sleeve and neckline with tasseled cord tie, rounded hem. Bust 34, length 52, jacket length 30. Excellent. $115.00.

LOT 769

SCOTT BARRIE PRINTED RAYON DRESS and JACKET, c. 1979. Red matte jersey ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:19am PST

LOT 770 : MARCIANO, PARIS, STATUE of LIBERTY CENTENNIAL GOWN, 1986. White acetate satin, having long torso bodice with short sleeve allover sequinned with black and white Liberty head with silver beaded and jeweled crown over fuchsia and white stripes and blue with crystal beaded stars, padded shoulder, full circle skirt having oversize red, white and blue satin bow. Label "Made in France Aurelie Marciano Paris". Bust 36, waist 30, length 61. Sequin loss, good. $345.00.

LOT 770

MARCIANO, PARIS, STATUE of LIBERTY CENTENNIAL GOWN, 1986. White acetat ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 11:04am PST

LOT 771 : YSL RIVE GAUCHE BLACK SILK EVENING GOWN, 1970's. Matte waffle weave having capelet attached at low neckline cossed at front over long, cuffed balloon sleeve, gathered elastic waist, chiffon lining, wide self sash. Label "Made in France Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Paris" marked 36. Bust 36, waist 22-30, length 59, sash 5 x 116. Excellent. $1,955.

LOT 771

YSL RIVE GAUCHE BLACK SILK EVENING GOWN, 1970's. Matte waffle weave ha ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2010 10:59am PST

LOT 772 : CHANEL BOUTIQUE SKIRT SUIT, 1980's. Silk blend nubby weave plaid in pastel pink, grey and white, blue braid and ribbon woven trim, four brass open logo buttons, two on sleeve, hemline patch pockets, hem weighted with link chain, Narrow over the knee skirt with front pockets concealed within pleats, back zipper. Label "Chanel Boutique". Marked 36, bust 34, jacket length 32, shoulder 16, sleeve 22, waist 24, skirt length 27. $345.00.

LOT 772

CHANEL BOUTIQUE SKIRT SUIT, 1980's. Silk blend nubby weave plaid in pa ...

Updated: Feb 24, 2010 10:12am PST

LOT 773 : HERMES PRINTED SILK EQUESTRIAN THEME SCARF, 20th C. Cream twill ground with white fleurs de lis having a fancy pink, yellow, khaki and brown saddle in each corner, the center with crossed equestrian hardware over four H logos, pink border, rolled edge, marked "Hermes-Paris" and "Selles a Housse", Bonwit Teller label. 34 1/4 x 34. Minor spots on pink border, very good. $126.50.

LOT 773

HERMES PRINTED SILK EQUESTRIAN THEME SCARF, 20th C. Cream twill ground ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:25pm PST

LOT 774 : HERMES PRINTED SILK EQUESTRIAN THEME SCARF, 20th C. Red twill ground with navy central reserve and border having gold, yellow, white and light blue equestrian hardware in a symmetrical pattern, center marked "Eperon d'or", bottom marked "Hermes Sellier Paris", rolled edge, no label. 35 x 35. Few miniscule spots, excellent. $143.75.

LOT 774

HERMES PRINTED SILK EQUESTRIAN THEME SCARF, 20th C. Red twill ground w ...

Updated: Feb 12, 2010 12:27pm PST

LOT 775 : FOUR PAIR YSL PARIS HIGH HEEL SHOES with ANKLE TIES, 1970's. White kid sandals with tassel tie, 6 1/2 N. Black satin with bronze slingback and tassel tie, 7 N. Taupe open side with tassel tie, 6 N. Gold metallic with braided slingback and ankle band with buckle, 8 1/2 AA. Excellent. $115.00.

LOT 775

FOUR PAIR YSL PARIS HIGH HEEL SHOES with ANKLE TIES, 1970's. White kid ...

Updated: Mar 09, 2010 12:53pm PST

LOT 799 : NORELL BELTED WOOL COAT, FALL, 1972. Beige wool and hair fiber blend with white and beige plaid wide collar, deep sleeve band and very deep hem band, single breasted with five plastic buttons, side seam pockets, self sash tie, lined in tan silk. Label "Norell", hand written tape "Denise 925". Donated to Fashion Group by Gustave Tassel, president Norman Norell, Inc. Bust 38, length 43, sleeve 24 1/2. Excellent. $316.25.

LOT 799

NORELL BELTED WOOL COAT, FALL, 1972. Beige wool and hair fiber blend w ...

Updated: Jan 12, 2010 11:10am PST