22nd Aug, 2020 10:30 GMT/BST
Sold for £380
Estimated at £150 - £250
. Dark cream dress - yellow patch of staining to the front of the skirt, some discolouration under the arms, small area of wear to the bodice, possible alterations and slight wear overall. Pale blue two piece - skirt has slight discolouration overall, several small brown marks, couple of small holes, silk lining is shredding to both pieces, teh bodice shows some discolouration, alterations especially to the sleeves and under arms, couple of small holes to the chiffon, slight wear overall. Caramel two piece - waistband on skirt needs repairing, some discolouration and small stains and wear, lace to the bodice is later addition, alterations to the collar, some discolouration, stitched patch under one arm, splits, patched repair to collar, some splits to the back, later floral appliques.
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Auction: Costume, Accessories & Textiles, 22nd Aug, 2020
Costume, Accessories & Textiles
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