- 17
GRES, AROUND 1955 |
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- mousseline de soie, organza, fil d'argent, rhodoïd
Grey silk and organza strapless dress adorned with silver embroidery, pearls and glass beads
Provenance
Madame Grès's personal collection
Condition
Fair condition, holes at the edges of the breast (underwiring), muslin is torn at the back along zip due to heavy skirt. Triangular repair (different fabric, same color) at bottom part of the skirt (right side), also more discreet restoration on underskirt. A few broken glass pearls on middle front. Embroidery is quite spectacular. Atelier label n°4321, "Made in France" ribbon. Atelier label on the hem with parly illegible n°130 (?), stamped and marked "Atelier Mlle S...?" and "Marie". Estimated French size 34
"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."
"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."