Maria Ellington Cole
Maria Ellington Cole, Mrs. Nat King Cole, Gold Lace Evening Gown, 1960s
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June 16, 04:23:41 PM GMT
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Maria Ellington Cole, Mrs. Nat King Cole, Gold Lace Evening Gown, 1960s, spangled with sequins and rhinestones, labeled Samuel Winston by Roxane, bust: 32 inches, 81 cm, waist: 24 inches, 61 cm, together with a handwritten letter from Maria Cole describing the gown as one of her favorites dated February 1st 2012
The Property of Maria Ellington Cole/Mrs. Nat King Cole, ex-lot 287, Augusta Auctions, March 21st 2012.
Maria Ellington Cole (b.08.01.1922, d.07.10.2012) was an African American Jazz singer and wife of Nat King Cole. She performs 'There Will Never Be Another You' on The Ed Sullivan Show, January 23rd 1966, in a very similar gown. To view CLICK HERE
Maria reflected on her glamorous wardrobe, commenting "When I became Mrs. Nat King Cole in 1948, I put my singing career aside, but resumed it after his death for a very brief period. Nonetheless, during the 17 years we were married, there were always occasions, especially at his nightclub openings to wear an exciting new gown or dinner dress." She was known for her sophisticated style and elegance, and is featured in 'Vintage Black Glamour' by Nichelle Gainer. To see a photo of the famous couple arriving at the 35th Academy Awards, April 8th 1963, CLICK HERE