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A Satin Embroidered Ball Gown by Harvey Berin Designed by Karen Stark Circa 1955

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Circa 1955 - 1960 United States of America Beautiful American ball gown in powder pink satin embroidered with sequins and rhinestones, by Harvey Berin, designed by Karen Stark dating from the 1950s. Whalebone bustier highlighted with pleated satin on the plunging bosom with large bare back neckline closed by zip. Wide cup skirt with pink tulle petticoat. Large sinuous stems loaded with flowers in sequin embroidery, iridescent pearls, daisies and rhinestone cabochons. Hand-stitched finish and bustier lining in faille à la couleur. Skirt lining in white tarlatan. To note three tiny rings on the front of the skirt difficult to observe, otherwise clean and very resistant silk despite some very rare missing embroidery. Very nice condition of colour and conservation.  Dimensions: Equivalent size 36/38, height 105 cm, chest 88 cm, waist 70 cm, height from neckline 117 cm, skirt height 86 cm, skirt bottom 267 cm.
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    Marked Size: Equivalent French size 36/38 (EU)
  • Style:
    1955 (Of the Period)
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good Condition and Color.
  • Seller Location:
    Toulon, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU633314272662
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