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A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950

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Circa 1940 France Beautiful cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé using translucent glass beads and bell-shaped golden brass sequins, with a reminder at the crew-neck. Elegant fold of fabric work on the bust held in place by side darts. Skirt pleated in the back closed with a long zipper. Unlined dress but Couture hand-finishes. Very light patina of the velvet but without apparent damage. Some rare missing pearls in the embroidery. Good condition of color and conservation. Dimensions: Equivalent French Size 35. Height 109cm Shoulders 34cm Sleeves 36cm Chest 74cm Waist 55cm Hips 81cm
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: Equivalent French Size 35 (EU)
  • Style:
    1940 (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good Condition and Color.
  • Seller Location:
    Toulon, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU633310740952
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