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Lot 58

A Bill Gibb printed silk foulard kimono-inspired evening ensemble, Autumn-Winter 1976-77, labelled, the backless dress with floral printed triangular panel to front and ornately beaded neckline with tassels to rear, with matching voluminous robe, bust approx 86cm, 34in (2) An identical ensemble was featured in British Vogue, August 1976, photographed by David Bailey. This image can also be seen used as the frontispiece in 'Bill Gibb: Fashion and Fantasy' by Ian R. Webb. Provenance: Greta Morrison CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. One gold tie-ribbon to robe has snapped, easily replaced. Very fresh

Lot 56

A Mildred Boulton for Bill Gibb couture knitted coral wool jumper, probably Autumn-Winter 1976-77, labelled, with birds to hem woven in silver metallic and purple threads; together with a Bill Gibb silver knitted tunic-dress, labelled, with two matching scarves and spangled with sequins, busts approx 86-96cm, 34-38in (4) Provenance: Greta Morrison CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Jumper appears un-worn. Tunic has light brown stain to front, not immediately obvious and is lacking buttons at hip.

Lot 409

A striped cotton punchinelle fancy dress outfit, 1920s, comprising jacket with large domed red buttons, matching trousers, cap edged in gold lame, frilled ruff and optional striped cotton hump, complete with toy dog with glass eyes in matching ruff (6) CONDITION REPORT: Generally good condition, the stuffing inside the dog has shifted

Lot 277

A group of Dries van Noten clothing, modern, approx six ensembles including a brocade coat and matching trousers; a floral printed silk dress and matching jacket; a striped silk tunic/dress and others, sizes 36 to 42 (10) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition, no problems.

Lot 219

A group of mainly black designer dresses and separates, modern, labelled, approximately five ensembles, including a Tom Ford silk crêpe example; Dolce and Gabbana leopard print chiffon dress; and others, busts approx 92cm, 36in (9) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Ungaro dress is slightly soiled to interior neckline, minor.

Lot 110

A John Galliano rust-brown linen dress, Spring-Summer 1990, Galliano London label, with Pierre Cardin-style cut-out to right thigh and asymmetrical hem, bust 96cm, 38in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition, no problems

Lot 38

An Ossie Clark for Radley pale pink moss crêpe dress, mid 1970s, printed satin label, with plunging neckline and wrap tie-waist, bust approx 81cm, 32in, waist approx 66cm, 26in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Velco has been added at waistline can be un-picked.

Lot 273

Designer evening wear, 1990s, approx 5 ensembles including a Nina Ricci green-pink taffeta coat-dress, with shoes and belt in matching silk, labelled and size 40; a Romeo Gigli green velvet tunic with near-matching Dior boutique leggings; an unlabelled brown velvet voluminous coat with braid trim, probably Gigli, and others (qty) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Calvin Klein shoes have light wear to soles. Matching green silk dhoes have wear to soles. Matching green silk belt is lightly creased from wear.

Lot 32

A Norman Hartnell couture beaded silk crêpe evening gown, early 1960s, green on white woven label, entirely covered with pearl-beads, rhinestones and flower-shaped sequins; interior lightly boned corset, bust 97cm, 38in, waist 71cm, 28in CONDITION REPORT: Interior skirt of slip is replacement. Numerous glue spots to dress overall where beads have been re-affixed. This is not immediately obvious although noticeable upon closer inspection. Otherwise good.

Lot 220

Two black evening dresses, modern, labelled, the first of silk jersey by Roberto Cavalli with plunging neckline and embellished with rhinestones to hips; the second in chiffon by Oscar de la Renta, busts approx 92cm, 36in (2) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Chiffon dress has 8cm tear along rolled edge of rear right hem.

Lot 275

A Vivienne Westwood short Cocotte dress, 2007, couture labelled, in navy blue silk, bust 86cm, 34in

Lot 510

A good Brussels mixed lace dress flounce, circa 1860, densely worked with bobbin lace appliqué floral sprays, the deep border with swags and flowerheads to scalloped edge, 103 x 444cm; together with a panel of the same backed onto tulle, 78 x 104cm (2) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition.

Lot 484

A quantity of lace trimmings and dress fragments, 19th-early 20th century, including three Honiton collars and large cuff; two Maltese collars; white-worked muslin sleeve with frog and bird motifs; tambour-worked and appliquéd fichu, and others (qty) CONDITION REPORT: Generally good condition

Lot 406

A white matelasse cotton summer gown with black soutache braid, late 1860s, comprising: bodice, skirt, over-skirt and belt, bust approx 81cm, 34in; together with a red and white spotted muslin gown, 1850s, altered in the 1860s; and a red flannel bed jacket c.1900 (6) CONDITION REPORT: ·White cotton dress: Skirt - waist on skirt has been let out, front is generally clean in appearance but large stain (20cm diam) below rear waist. Faint stains to skirt overall, lacking hook and eye closure. Damp speckles to hem in a couple of places, slight wear to braid - braid is generally in good condition, slightly faded. Peplum/apron - braid is blacker in appearance, overall good condition, faint discolourations in a couple of places. Bodice - braid has faded to brown, faint discolourations over back area, faint perspiration stains at underarms, damp marks to cuff edges.·Red and white dress: Good condition. Light brown soil mark along front closure on one side. Inner linen bodice is clean and good. 1cm hole above hem centre front. Muslin is generally clean and good. ·Red flannel jacket is good condition, very, very slight moth damage to collar but barely noticeable

Lot 179

A Christian Dior London black point d'esprit cocktail dress, circa 1960, labelled and numbered 27737, edged in black velvet and with lightly boned interior bodice, bust 86cm, 34in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition.

Lot 148

An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche black jersey dress, Spring-Summer 1985, labelled and size 40, with neckline plunging to the midriff and gilt 'coral' buckle inset with central rhinestone, bust approx 86cm, 34inThe red version of this dress can be seen modelled in a look-book for this collection, shot by Helmut Newton. CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. No problem.

Lot 412

A beige silk taffeta day dress with matching pelerine, late 1840s, adorned with braid and silk wrapped buttons, bell-shaped sleeves with gathered taffeta inner cuffs, rear fastened by hooks and eyes; the fichu adorned with rosettes and braid; and a matching reticule, bust approx 76cm, 30in (2) CONDITION REPORT: centre front bodice seam has been opened and boning removed, bodice side seams have been let out, but this looks like a 19th century alteration. The centre seam can easily be re-sewn but it is concealed by the pelerine in any case. Buttons or rosettes from bodice centre front are missing. Faint perspiration stains and small split at left underarm. Fabric is remarkably fresh and lustrous. Fichu good condition, no problems. Overall impression is good.

Lot 405

A brocaded yellow changeable silk taffeta gown, circa 1810-15, sprigged overall in ivory and edged in ivory braid, linen-lined bodice with cross-over front panels, fall-front to skirt, yellow and white ribbon to waist, bust approx 81cm, 32inSold with a note giving the family tree, stating it is a maternity gown which belonged to Lady Hood of Avalon, wife of Captain Alexander Hood (1758-1795) or his brother Samuel, 3rd Viscount (1808-1846). CONDITION REPORT: Colour is good and very fresh. The dress looks as though it was made up from the re-used silk of previous dress - probably from the 1790s. Several small splits to silk at underarms. Faint stitch line at bodice waist, probably where waist ribbon was originally attached. Otherwise good condition.

Lot 4

Six summer day dresses, 1920s, including a green and orange silk example with detachable appliqued tunic; another with bold pink and brown stripes; together with a knitted jersey jumper; and others, busts approx 92-42cm, 36-42in (9) CONDITION REPORT: ·Good overall with minor flaws commensurate with age·Pink and brown striped dress - perspiration stains·Brown and purple dress - perspiration stains and some light brown stains, couple of pin holes·Appliqued tunic - scattering of faint small grease spots to front, hard to see·Jumper - small holes at right front shoulder seam, faint perspiration stains at underarms which are concealed within pattern, don't shown when photographed·Charcoal grey pleated jacket - discolouration across shoulders/sleeves, panel has come unstitched at left shoulder seam (minor)·Peach knitted dress - numerous small holes. Light brown staining

Lot 114

A Walter van Beirendonck wool jumper-dress, 'Souvenirs of the World', Autumn-Winter 1993, labelled, with detachable Masai-inspired beaded fringed to cuffs and brightly coloured striped sleeves, bust approx 86cm, 34in (3) A model wearing an identical dress was photographed by Ronald Stoops in 1993. CONDITION REPORT: Several moth holes, most notable: three to front bodice, one larger to lower front skirt, one to each rear shoulder. Wool is pilling from wear. Wool edges of beaded cuffs also have moth holes. Colours are good, great fun piece.

Lot 109

A John Galliano bias-cut black viscose dress, Spring-Summer 1987, Galliano London label and UK 10, with diagonal panels and pleated harem-style hem, bust approx 86cm, 36inGalliano used the bias-cut, a technique which would become a signature, for the first time in this collection. CONDITION REPORT: Good condition.

Lot 112

A John Galliano black devoré velvet dress, Spring-Summer 1989, un-labelled, the front skirt folding onto itself and buttoning at right hip, bust approx 92cm, 36in Provenance: a member of the Galliano studio CONDITION REPORT: Good condition, no problems

Lot 382

A striped satin girl's dress, late 1830s, with high V-shaped waistline, gathers and pleats to sleeves, together with optional longer sleeve attachments; together with an early 19th century darning sampler (qty)Provenance: Caroline Littlewood CONDITION REPORT: Dress has tears and repairs at front and back hem, splits in cuffs, splits below rear closure on skirt. 2 x 1cm stains rear right side of skirt. Long sleeves have a few small stains, one cuff is badly stained, both with splits in upper sleeve areas. Darning sampler is faded.

Lot 423

An ivory silk lace bridal gown, circa 1914 and others, including a chantilly and pink satin cocktail dress, mid 1920s, a chiffon bridal train, needlerun stole and others (qty)

Lot 21

A Christian Lacroix red polka dot cotton mini dress, late 1980s, Luxe labelled and size 42, the strapless bodice with zip front and grosgrain rosettes to bust, detached puff sleeves (3) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition.

Lot 181

A Jean Paul Gaultier 'Birth of Venus' printed jersey dress, probably Spring-Summer 1996, Maille labelled, with brown knitted neckline and cuffs, bust approx 86cm, 34in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. One pinhead sized hole to jersey at rear skirt near centre back seam.

Lot 387

A group of clothing, mainly 1890s, comprising: printed silk and brown velvet dress, 1890; a pink damask and grey satin dress and black ottoman weave bodice c.1895; together with assorted lingerie and a repaired cage bustle (qty)Provenance: Caroline Littlewood CONDITION REPORT: ·Brown aesthetic dress - small stain to rear waist, faded down left side·White blouse - good condition·1895 Ottoman wool bodice - good condition·Blue moire petticoat - altered waist, stains to hem·1890s grey tartan wool - a few small scattered moth holes otherwise good·1895 2 piece pink damask wool/cotton dress - faded generally, fairBustle cage - very damp/rust stained generally

Lot 350

A John Galliano printed chiffon dress, Techno-Romance collection, Autumn-Winter 2001-2, un-labelled, with knitted tubular bodice, bust approx 76-86cm, 30-34in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition.

Lot 228

A Givenchy claret-coloured velvet evening coat, Autumn-Winter 1996, couture labelled and size 38, probably Alexander McQueen for Givenchy, floor-length and with tie-belt, chest 86cm, 34in; together with an Emanuel Ungaro beaded evening gown, 1980s, Parallèle labelled, bust approx 92cm, 36in (3) CONDITION REPORT: Ungaro dress: 2cm split along edge of armhole seam, minor. Some lose threads/lost beads. Not immediately obvious. Otherwise good. Givenchy coat is good.

Lot 105

Erin O'Connor's Zac Posen silk evening gown, 2000s, labelled, bias-cut with fishtail trained hem, bust approx 81cm, 32in; together with an Alexander McQueen silver mesh dress, labelled and size 46, with detachable zipped hemline (2) Provenance: 'Glamour & Grace: Erin O'Connor' Christie's, 16th September 2008, lot 1. CONDITION REPORT: Good condition.

Lot 37

An Ossie Clark black moss crepe dress, circa 1973, labelled, with plunging key-hole neckline, the yoke embroidered with blue and white dots, bust approx 92cm, 36in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Small faint white mark to lower rear skirt (minor). Hem has been raised slightly (minor)

Lot 325

A Chanel black cocktail dress, 1998, boutique labelled and size 40, with black satin cross-over straps at neckline and deep satin hem, bust 86cm, 34in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition, no problems

Lot 7

A group of mainly daywear in autumnal shades, 1930s, five ensembles, including a yellow suit with art-deco detailing; mustard yellow dress with embroidered over-bodice; brown velvet dress with matching coat; two printed silk scarves; and others, busts 81-96cm, 32-38in (11)The brown velvet dress is pictured in 'Collecting Fashion & Accessories' by Carol Harris, p.48 CONDITION REPORT: ·Perspiration stains at underarms of yellow suit jacket to lining only, one button covering needs re-stitching·Perspiration stains at underarms to underdress of yellow dress. ·Brick red dress is faded in places. ·Burnt orange knitted coat/long cardigan has moth damaged.·Brown silk and velvet dress - small frayed hole at each underarm (minor) and discolouration to white checks of bodice, not immediately obvious·Brown silk dress - bleach mark/small pinhead holes at left underarmOtherwise generally good

Lot 18

A group of Jean Muir dresses and separates, 1970s, labelled, approx 8 ensembles, including a medieval print chiffon blouse; brown jersey shirt with matching hat; together with an exhibition catalogue and newspaper clippings relating to her work; and others, various sizes (qty) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition overall. Brown skirt: some light wear to buttons, minor. Orange jersey skirt: interior edges/hem are pincked/raw, minor. Slate grey print dress: elastic gone at waist. Mauve and black dress: one button at right cuff and one button cover at left cuff.

Lot 210

A Liska brown mink coat, 1990s, labelled, three-quarter length and with two side pockets; together with a Revillon cashmere and Chinchilla coat; coat by Bee Cee, both labelled and 1990s, chests approx 102cm, 40in; and an Oscar de la Renta satin cocktail dress, matching jacket trimmed with mink (5) CONDITION REPORT: All good condition. Green suede coat has some discolouration across sleeves.

Lot 401

An embroidered sprigged muslin dress, 1810-15, with inner cotton front bodice panels and short under-sleeves, the dress with self-striped gauze bands embroidered with Greek Key patterns, fall-front skirt, long sleeves with Mechlin frilled cuffs CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. One small hole to lower front skirt. One small tear tp Greek key insertion at lower right side skirt, 3cm long, and faint small light brown spot stain near here also. Skirt gathers re-sewn at waist.

Lot 389

A pale blue cotton summer dress, 1905-10, with raised couched strapwork and blue embroidery, integral lace chemisette and cuffs; with a petticoat, bust 86cm, 34in, waist 64cm, 25in; and a black velvet walking suit c.1910 (4)Provenance: Caroline Littlewood CONDITION REPORT: Some fading and a scattering of rust marks down one side of skirt

Lot 361

A Baron's couture chiffon evening dress, 1966, labelled, the bodice heavily beaded with faceted droplets, the skirt formed from panels in shades of turquoise and yellow, bust approx 96cm, 38in CONDITION REPORT: Overall impression is good. beading is good and intact. Some minor flaws to chiffon of shirt- a few small light brown stains and pinhead-sized holes, but concealed within the gathers of fabric. Hem of interior slip may have been altered. Numerous holes/tears to lining of lining near hem, not visible to exterior.

Lot 151

A Givenchy couture blue chiffon kaftan-style gown, 1980s, un-labelled, the fitted ruched body with swag to right hip, voluminous sleeves with shoulder pads forming into cape to rear, bust 81cm, 32in CONDITION REPORT: Faded in places, most notably across shoulders and hip fastening. Scattering of pinhead sized brown dots to centre front bodice. Area of water marks at lower right sleeve and a couple to back of dress. Small thread pull near centre back hem.

Lot 329

A Chanel black wool coat/dress, 1996, boutique labelled and size 38, with cabochon 'gem' buttons down front and to four pockets, chest 92cm, 36in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Faint deodorant marks to lining at underarms (minor)

Lot 80

An Ossie Clark mauve moss crepe dress, circa 1969-70, labelled, smock-style with plunging neckline and attached tie-belt CONDITION REPORT: Several watermarks/light brown stains, mainly to hem of dress. Faint discolouration to neckline. Elastic to cuffs has slackened.

Lot 16

A Zandra Rhodes printed chiffon dress, early 1970s, with London and Piero de Monzi label, in shades of pink, orange and blue, the shirred bodice in 'Knitted Circle' print, elasticated waist; together with an associated slip, bust approx 96cm, 38in (2) CONDITION REPORT: Dress: three splits in chiffon at right shoulder, longest 8cm, and a couple of small holes to right sleeve hem. Slight discolouration around neckline/shoulders from wear, not immediately obvious. Hem is soiled with a couple of pin head sized holes, two stitched repairs, largest L-shaped and 16x5cm. Slip is homemade and poor condition.

Lot 170

A Romeo Gigli brown pleated velvet cocoon coat, 1990s, labelled, with oversized shawl collar; together with a Prada ombré-effect puckered wool dress, modern, labelled, bust approx 96cm, 38in (2) CONDITION REPORT: Prada dress has moth holes to front bodice. Otherwise good. Coat has a couple of small nicks in velvet (minor)

Lot 249

A general group of costume jewellery, mainly 1950s-60s, including Trifari deco-style dress clips; purple and pink toned necklaces each with matching ear-clips; two further necklaces; a Weiss purple stone brooch and matching earrings; four pairs of earrings including Weiss daisy pair, Haskell droplets; an apple brooch and a wooden bead necklace (qty) CONDITION REPORT: All good condition, no problems

Lot 287

A group of Loden wear, comprising a green wool skirt suit; two linen jackets with antler buttons/decoration; two wool jackets, one with domed metal buttons; a long knitted cardigan; an evening dress with embroidered velvet bodice over silk skirt; a green felt hat and a belt with antler buckle, average chest 92cm, 36in (10) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition, appear hardly worn or unworn.

Lot 259

A Comme des Garcons red flocked velvet coat, 'Flowering Clothes' collection, Autumn-Winter 1996, labelled, with pointed shoulders; together with a Comme des Garcons flocked dress, also AW 1996, un-labelled, with quilting to skirt, bust 86cm, 34in (2) CONDITION REPORT: Both good condition, no problems, look unworn

Lot 403

A broderie Anglaise muslin dress, circa 1830, with long, curved gigot sleeves, cutwork neck edging and deep band of whitework to the hem, bust approx 81cm, 32in CONDITION REPORT: Overall good condition with several small darned repairs, none immediately obvious. Most notable at front left side bodice seam approx. 6cm long and area of small repairs at left side skirt seam. A few pin-head sized holes in muslin. One 2 x 1cm hole at rear left hem, 3 very small holes to right side of skirt. Small tear at rear left bodice closure where gathers have come undone, easily repaired.

Lot 176

A Christian Dior cloqué lamé cocktail dress, mid 1960s, Paris Boutique labelled and numbered 1052200, with rolled collar and circular cut-outs to waist, bust 92cm, 36in CONDITION REPORT: Buttons at collar slightly frayed and floating threads at collar. Dress has been altered at side seams and hem. Interior is a mixture of hand and machine finishes. Slight tarnishing to metal threads (minor), noticeable area at front lower of skirt 3x1cm, and centre back bodice.

Lot 274

A group of mainly Emanuel Ungaro couture evening wear, 1980s, approx 6 ensembles including colourful brocaded coat edged in black velvet; another silver brocade coat with black velvet collar; a cut velvet and tulle jacket; a Louis Mies black cocktail dress with puff ball skirt, and others, busts approx 86-92cm, 34-36in (qty) CONDITION REPORT: Generally good condition. Seams let out on lining of velvet edged coat (very well done). Look barely worn, very fresh

Lot 154

A Valentino couture brocaded silk trouser ensemble, late 1960s, black on white 'Valentino Roma' label, comprising: mini-dress/coat with large pleats to skirt sides, with matching trousers, woven with gold and silver stripes, bust 92cm, 36in, waist 71cm, 28in (2) CONDITION REPORT: Poor condition. Side hem of jacket is badly frayed. Floating threads particularly at sleeves and neckline. Very faint perspiration stains at underarms of lining, not visible to exterior. Fraying to trouser lining. Colours are good.

Lot 39

A group of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cocktail-wear, 1980s-90s, labelled, six ensembles, including a black velvet dress trimmed with taffeta ruffles; midnight blue velvet example with rhinestone buttons; guipure lace camisole, un-labelled; and others, busts approx 81-92cm, 32-36in (9) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Blue velvet jacket - one button has been re-stitched. Hot pink floral dress - left sleeve seam has come partially unstitched (minor), very faintly soiled inner front neck.

Lot 392

An ivory damask silk bridal gown, circa 1890, the bodice adorned with pintucks, lace and pearl beads; together with fine Beauvais embroidered 18th century style ivory satin skirt, train panels and fragments, associated tulle and organdie (qty)Provenance: Caroline Littlewood CONDITION REPORT: Bridal gown has been professionally conserved and comes complete with report. Some wear at underarms but generally the apperance is fresh and good; Beauvais panels - good, shame the dress was cut up!

Lot 185

An Ossie Clark black crêpe 'Cuddly' wrap-over dress, early 1970s, woven label, with deep low V neckline and open back, full sleeves, waist ties, bust approx 81-86cm, 32-34in CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Two hooks and eyes have been added at bust for modesty, well done but could be easily removed. 2x2.5cm L-shaped repair to hem.

Lot 342

A Givenchy couture shirred black organza evening dress, S/S 1978, labelled and numbered 60017; together with another by Givenchy, bias-cut and overlaid with net, labelled, busts approx 81-86cm, 32-34in (2) The shirred organza dress was featured in L'Officiel de la Mode, May 1978, p.159. CONDITION REPORT: Both good condition. Couture example as small repairs at underarms and to interior waistband, otherwise good.

Lot 384

A brocaded satin robe à la polonaise, the silk probably Jean Revel, circa 1735, with fitted English back, lined in linen, pleated front robing panels to the front bodice closure, with silk wrapped polonaise buttons to the sides and inner tapes; with matching petticoat and a fragment of matching silk (3)Provenance: Caroline Littlewood CONDITION REPORT: The sleeves and cuffs have been altered as has the front of the bodice. The back of the gown - the construction looks original. I think the front skirt panels would have been wider and possibly the fabric was used to remake the sleeves and cuffs. The silk wrapped buttons may be 18th century additions as the dress in the 1730s would not have been polonaised. The colours of the silk are good, but there are splits to the bodice front closure at the lower edges in particular. The hem edge has been relined in buff silk. There are several small splits to each underarm area. The petticoat has the original pocket slits but the waistline has been altered. The remains of the original silk hem lining is extant but has been partially re-covered in ochre wool. The silk has numerous splits and the back panel is formed from patches. Fraying/soiling along hem edge.

Lot 64

A good Jean Muir textured black chiffon dress, 1970s, labelled, with attached capelet and edged in leather; together with a Zandra Rhodes printed pleated rayon top with tie belt, labelled, busts approx 86-92cm, 34-36in (3) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition. Dress - hook eyes for rear neck have gone, very faint deodorant marks at underarms. Zandra is good condition, label partially un-stitched.

Lot 23

An Ossie Clark/Celia Birtwell for Radley printed rayon dress, mid 1970s, printed satin label, smock-style with attached waist tie-belt and plunging neckline, bust approx 102cm, 40in CONDITION REPORT: Has been washed and white part of print faintly discoloured to pink from dye run. Hem has been raised. Faint white stretch marks at lower rear skirt near hem and small pinhead sized hole here also. Elastic has gone at sleeves.

Lot 207

A group of clothing and lingerie, 1930s-50s, four ensembles, including a Horrockses cotton dress printed with horses; Susan Small dress with rhinestone buttons, both 1950s; together with four hats in a Harrods hat-box; and others, busts approx 86-96cm, 34-38in (qty) CONDITION REPORT: Generally good condition.

Lot 51

A Bill Gibb floral printed chiffon ensemble, circa 1977, labelled, the dress overlaid with metallic lace and with beaded bodice; together with a matching cape, bust 81cm, 32in (2)Provenance: Greta Morrison CONDITION REPORT: Good. Neck lining of cape soiled from wear. Dress: bodice lining and lining hem very lightly soiled from wear. Exterior is fresh and good. Light brown stain to centre back lining, not visible to exterior. Light fraying to metallic threads of shoulder straps, minor.

Lot 385

Two printed gowns, the first late 1820s-early 1830s of striped cotton/muslin with delicate grasses and blooms with ruched and pleated bodice and tiered flounced hem; the other of printed wool with mauve degrade stripes and green blossom, 1840s; together with a roller printed cotton coiffure smock or bed jacket 1860s (3)Provenance: Caroline Littlewood CONDITION REPORT: First dress - Colours are good, rubbing and wear to front waist band. 2.5cm hole in front right of skirt. Second dress - bodice has been let out and the lining has sections let in over the chest to enlarge - but these look like 19th century alterations. The dress does not have the highly fashionable V-shaped waist of the 1840s suggesting the woman preferred the 1830s waist shape or that it was altered in the 1860s. Slight wear and perspiration staining at underarms, gathers at front waist have come undone. Smock is good condition

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