Lot 85
  • 85

Balenciaga Haute Couture, 1967

Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description

  • Tailleur "Boutons jumelles" en lainage bouclette aubergine, blouse en satin de soie
  • laine et lainage

Provenance

Garde-robe de Barbara Hutton.
Garde-robe de Madame X.

Condition

Tweed suit is good condition, good even colouring, good linings. The matching satin blouse has perspiration stains at the underarms and a few small moth holes. b.92cm, 36in, w.69cm 27in. no 9231601
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Déjà âgée, Barbara Hutton qui devait subir des examens à l’hôpital américain, déclara à l’infirmière qui l’accompagnait : "Ma fille, vous ne pouvez pas arriver avec moi comme vous êtes. Allez donc dans mon dressing, choisissez un tailleur Balenciaga, faites-le retoucher chez Balenciaga et il sera à vous !" Elle choisit ce tailleur.