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Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Moiré Shorts Set, 1980-90s
Estimate: $300-$500
Sold
$350
Live Auction
Summer Fashion & Accessories
Description
Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Moiré Shorts Set, 1980-90s
Haute Couture black silk moiré long sleeve peplum blouse with an attached satin ribbon belt, side slits and puffed sleeves; paired with matching pleated shorts with center back zipper closure.
Label: Givenchy
Size Label: Unlabeled
Style/Serial No.: 71075
Approximate Measurements:
TOP
Shoulders: 15.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Chest: 37"
Waist: 36"
Hips: 39"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 31.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32.5"
SHORTS
Waist: 26.25"
Hips: 35"
Length (side waistband to hem): 27"
Inseam: 15"
Inseam: 15"
Property from the Collection of Countess Anita von Galen
Condition
Condition:
The overall condition is very good though the blouse has a mark right above the tie on the front left side as well as on the left. There is slight wear on the center back down the zipper and a small spot on the center front of the lining around the chest. The shorts have a small mark in the lining on the center front of the left leg along the hem.
Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email us with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.
The overall condition is very good though the blouse has a mark right above the tie on the front left side as well as on the left. There is slight wear on the center back down the zipper and a small spot on the center front of the lining around the chest. The shorts have a small mark in the lining on the center front of the left leg along the hem.
Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email us with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.
Provenance
This lot is one of sixty-seven in this auction from Countess Anita von Galen, a German aristocrat and socialite known for her avant-garde sense of style and brilliant entertaining. Over the years, the Countess von Galen has used her visionary eye and a penchant for unique silhouettes to build an extraordinary collection of haute couture. She considered Hubert de Givenchy (Lots 1-18) and his partner, Philippe Venet, also a couturier (Lots 19-20), close friends, with Givenchy designing the baptismal gown (Lot 1) for her only son, Ferdinand Otto von Galen. Beyond her friendship with the couple, Countess von Galen was an ardent supporter of emerging, avant-garde designers including Pierre Cardin (Lots 25-48), Kansai Yamamoto (Lots 61-62), and Yohji Yamamoto (Lot 63).