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A Large 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Model of the Continent of Asia, Lady on Camel
A Large 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Model of the Continent of Asia, Lady on Camel

A Large 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Model of the Continent of Asia, Lady on Camel

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

The footwear consists of red pointed shoes with gold trim and central blue gemstones. The figure’s jewelry includes a gold beaded necklace, bracelets, and additional gold embellishme...

Category

Antique 1860s German Other Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress Size 6
80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress Size 6

80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress Size 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

80-s Bob Mackie Beaded Bolero Dress Details: Color: Black/Gold Size 6 Bodice: 100% Nylon Bottom : 66% Acetate, 34% Rayon Condition: Excellent

Category

1980s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 White Cream Snake Gown Ornament Gown
Vintage Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 White Cream Snake Gown Ornament Gown

Vintage Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 White Cream Snake Gown Ornament Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

eggshell silk with antique gold metal serpent ornament . Further enhanced by two antique gold metal wishbone chains encircle bodice.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Bob Mackie 1980s One Shoulder Beaded Gown With Sequin Lining
Bob Mackie 1980s One Shoulder Beaded Gown With Sequin Lining

Bob Mackie 1980s One Shoulder Beaded Gown With Sequin Lining

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Material: Silk chiffon Sleeve Style: n/a Neckline: Asymmetric - One Shoulder Closure: Zipper/Hook & Eye Details: One shoulder detail, gold sequin shoulder detail, draped...

Category

1980s Evening Gowns

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Size 6 Abstract Mosaic Print 70s Maxi Dress
1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Size 6 Abstract Mosaic Print 70s Maxi Dress

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Size 6 Abstract Mosaic Print 70s Maxi Dress

By Jay Morley, Jay Morley For Fern Violette

Located in San Diego, CA

Features black cotton velvet along the neck and center bodice. Gold etched ball buttons up the front. Embroidered trim.

Category

1970s American Maxi Dress

Jewish Girl Print Algiers Algeria 1853 by Compte-Calix – Hand-Colored Lithograph
Jewish Girl Print Algiers Algeria 1853 by Compte-Calix – Hand-Colored Lithograph

Jewish Girl Print Algiers Algeria 1853 by Compte-Calix – Hand-Colored Lithograph

Located in Langweer, NL

She wears a flowing, richly patterned pink dress adorned with gold floral motifs, a golden bodice, and a matching pink headscarf tied with gold details.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Prints

Materials

Paper

Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown
Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown

Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashioned of eggshell silk with antique gold metal serpent mounted at center bodice. Further enhanced by two (2) antique gold metal wishbone chains encircle bodice.

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Escada Couture Fire Engine Red Silk Open Strap Neckline Cocktail dress 36
Escada Couture Fire Engine Red Silk Open Strap Neckline Cocktail dress 36

Escada Couture Fire Engine Red Silk Open Strap Neckline Cocktail dress 36

By Escada Margaretha Ley, Escada

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A gorgeous dress for any special occasion the, open neck line is done with straps and a halter neck, which closes at the neck back with 2 matte gold crystal rhinestone buttons. The b...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Cocktail Dresses

80s Fürstenberg Couture Eccentric Evening Dress with Plumes
80s Fürstenberg Couture Eccentric Evening Dress with Plumes

80s Fürstenberg Couture Eccentric Evening Dress with Plumes

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in Milano, IT

Under the feathered sash we see a bodice made of black silk satin, which perfectly encircles the wearer's body, thanks to the belt created by the two circles, with red and black stri...

Category

1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rosenthal, Gustav Oppel, 'Salambo', Art Deco Porcelain Figure, Circa 1930's
Rosenthal, Gustav Oppel, 'Salambo', Art Deco Porcelain Figure, Circa 1930's

Rosenthal, Gustav Oppel, 'Salambo', Art Deco Porcelain Figure, Circa 1930's

By Rosenthal

Located in Chatham, ON

Rosenthal- Gustav Oppel (1891-1978) - 'Salambo' - Model Number 956/2 - Fine Art Deco 'snake charmer' porcelain figurine - hand painted - featuring gold gilt details to the bodice, wa...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Black Wool Jumpsuit with Medallions
1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Black Wool Jumpsuit with Medallions

1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Black Wool Jumpsuit with Medallions

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

Features Silk Faille Bands over Embroidered Net Bodice; Gold-tone Medallion Accents with inset Amber Colored Stones.

Category

1990s Italian Jumpsuits

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Strapless Cashmere Little black dress 1990s Spider Web
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Strapless Cashmere Little black dress 1990s Spider Web

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Strapless Cashmere Little black dress 1990s Spider Web

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wallkill, NY

YSL 100% Cashmere Little Black Dress Strapless dress with oh so much detailing, Spiderweb Gold Appliques on the bodice and under the skirt.

Category

1990s French Evening Dresses

Beautiful Vintage Galanos Lipstick Red Avant Garde 1980s Wool Size 6 / 8 Dress
Beautiful Vintage Galanos Lipstick Red Avant Garde 1980s Wool Size 6 / 8 Dress

Beautiful Vintage Galanos Lipstick Red Avant Garde 1980s Wool Size 6 / 8 Dress

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in San Diego, CA

Flattering high neck, with gold hammered buttons up the bodice. The perfect lipstick red color that is the perfect alternative to the classic little black dress!

Category

1980s American Cocktail Dresses

2009 Ranhi Rahm Yellow Embellished Gown
2009 Ranhi Rahm Yellow Embellished Gown

2009 Ranhi Rahm Yellow Embellished Gown

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Butter cream chiffon dress features v-neck with a gathered chiffon layer over bra shape cups, and a gorgeous bodice encrusted with gold and silver sequins and beads.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

Vintage Moschino Camouflage 1990s Belted 90s Rare Safari Cargo Jumpsuit Romper
Vintage Moschino Camouflage 1990s Belted 90s Rare Safari Cargo Jumpsuit Romper

Vintage Moschino Camouflage 1990s Belted 90s Rare Safari Cargo Jumpsuit Romper

By Moschino

Located in San Diego, CA

Features army green, brown, tan, and black camo print throughout. Gold buttons up the bodice, with a zipper fly. Two cargo pockets at each breast, and two cargo pockets at each side ...

Category

1990s Italian Jumpsuits

Comme des Garcons "Folded Wings" Sheer Embroidered Dress
Comme des Garcons "Folded Wings" Sheer Embroidered Dress

Comme des Garcons "Folded Wings" Sheer Embroidered Dress

By Comme des Garçons, Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashioned of wool and poly in a soft shade of yellow with gold leaf embroidery. Sleeveless fitted bodice extending into a sheer embroidered skirt with "folded sides" at hips.

Category

1990s Evening Dresses

Lovely Fan Beaded Velvet 1920s Dress
Lovely Fan Beaded Velvet 1920s Dress

Lovely Fan Beaded Velvet 1920s Dress

Located in New York, NY

Beaded fan motifs in mother of pearl and antique gold bugle beads spaced throughout bodice and hem.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

Incredible 1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Purple Velvet Regal 70s Maxi Dress
Incredible 1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Purple Velvet Regal 70s Maxi Dress

Incredible 1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Purple Velvet Regal 70s Maxi Dress

By Jay Morley, Jay Morley For Fern Violette

Located in San Diego, CA

Features a beautiful purple cotton velvet long sleeve bodice, with gold embroidery along the neck, waistband, sleeve cuffs, and down the center.

Category

1970s American Evening Gowns

Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908
Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908

Art Nouveau Figurine 'Pierrette' by Martin Wiegand, Meissen Germany, ca 1908

By Meissen Porcelain, Martin Wiegand

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain figurine: Red-haired girl sitting on the ground with big hat with brim turned up in front, dressed in green bodice with gold hem, wide sk...

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Roberto Di Cabrini Vintage ' Ribbon + Paisley ' Print Colorful Cotton Blazer
Roberto Di Cabrini Vintage ' Ribbon + Paisley ' Print Colorful Cotton Blazer

Roberto Di Cabrini Vintage ' Ribbon + Paisley ' Print Colorful Cotton Blazer

Located in San Diego, CA

Features yellow and red ribbon print, amongst a purple, pink and blue paisley print. Gold decorated buttons down the bodice, and at each sleeve cuff.

Category

1990s Italian Blazers

Super Rare Vintage Future Rifat Ozbek Sexy Ethnic Black Coin Dress
Super Rare Vintage Future Rifat Ozbek Sexy Ethnic Black Coin Dress

Super Rare Vintage Future Rifat Ozbek Sexy Ethnic Black Coin Dress

By Future ozbek, Rifat Özbek

Located in San Diego, CA

Black and white embroidery at sides on front and back, with coins embellished at bodice. Gold embroidered bust. Hi-Lo fit, with longer hem in back.

Category

1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gold Embroidered Chiffon Gown, 1930s
Gold Embroidered Chiffon Gown, 1930s

Gold Embroidered Chiffon Gown, 1930s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage gown dates to the 1930's and is made of cream-colored chiffon with gold metallic floral embroidery throughout. Bodice has a wide fitted waistband and a crisscrossed gathered...

Category

1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950s Gold Lurex Illusion Dress
Vintage 1950s Gold Lurex Illusion Dress

Vintage 1950s Gold Lurex Illusion Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * gold lurex with tulle bodice * linen lining * back bowtie accent * back zipper condition | excellent - original zipper has been replaced fits like...

Category

1950s Cocktail Dresses

Gold Antique Brooch / Corsage Front with Silver, Diamonds, Fine Pearls and Ename
Gold Antique Brooch / Corsage Front with Silver, Diamonds, Fine Pearls and Ename

Gold Antique Brooch / Corsage Front with Silver, Diamonds, Fine Pearls and Ename

Located in PARIS, FR

18Kt (750°/°°) Round bodice front gold and silver set with four old mine cut diamonds at the four cardinal points for a total weight of about 2 carats, as well as a central diamond o...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

70s Gold and Red Lamé Maxi Dress
70s Gold and Red Lamé Maxi Dress

70s Gold and Red Lamé Maxi Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

70s Gold and Red Lamé Maxi Dress. Gold metallic bodice w/ embroidered ribbon waist detail, red jersey skirt.

Category

1970s Maxi Dresses

1980s CHANEL Boutique Gold Strapless Cocktail Dress
1980s CHANEL Boutique Gold Strapless Cocktail Dress

1980s CHANEL Boutique Gold Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Chanel Boutique

Located in Milan, Italy

1980s Chanel Boutique strapless cocktail dress in gold silk fabric. Layered bodice in a gold lurex fabric, boned in the inside, double back zip closure, bow behind with long ribbon, ...

Category

1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Gold Lamé and Silk Velvet Gown
1920s Gold Lamé and Silk Velvet Gown

1920s Gold Lamé and Silk Velvet Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 1920s black silk velvet and gold lame gown. Sleeveless gold lamé bodice is dotted with black silk velvet, has a decorative tie at back neckline and is trimmed in a band of r...

Category

1920s Art Deco Evening Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Black and Gold Sequined Dress
Geoffrey Beene Black and Gold Sequined Dress

Geoffrey Beene Black and Gold Sequined Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York City, NY

1980s Geoffrey Beene black and gold net cocktail dress with harlequin pattern black ribbon embellishment and gold sequins.

Category

1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1920s Red Velvet & Gold Bullion Flapper Gown
1920s Red Velvet & Gold Bullion Flapper Gown

1920s Red Velvet & Gold Bullion Flapper Gown

Located in Bozeman, MT

Deep rich wine red silk velvet flapper dress with a a gold bullion simple tubular bodice revealed by fully open sides that meet at the waist.

Category

Late 19th Century American Art Deco Sheath Dresses

Zandra Rhodes Silk Taffeta Black and Gold Painted Dress
Zandra Rhodes Silk Taffeta Black and Gold Painted Dress

Zandra Rhodes Silk Taffeta Black and Gold Painted Dress

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Topanga, CA

Zandra Rhodes silk taffeta black and gold painted dress with rouched bodice. The top edge is ruffled and cuts through the middle, giving a contoured bust line.

Category

Late 20th Century British Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Metallic Gold and Silver Silk Pleated Strapless Gown
Oscar de la Renta Metallic Gold and Silver Silk Pleated Strapless Gown

Oscar de la Renta Metallic Gold and Silver Silk Pleated Strapless Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong

An ancient Greek inspired goddess gown from late designer Oscar de la Renta 2012 S/S collection. Ruched and boned bodice with a gold and silver braid. Zip fastening at back.

Category

2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ceil Chapman Ivory Satin Cocktail Dress, 1950s
Ceil Chapman Ivory Satin Cocktail Dress, 1950s

Ceil Chapman Ivory Satin Cocktail Dress, 1950s

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ivory colored satin with bodice covered in gold tone sequins. Fully boned bodice and built in petticoat.

Category

1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara Dress
Vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara Dress

Vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black & gold striped taffeta * bodice stays * back tails * metal back zipper * incredible design * by Dorothy O'Hara condition | excellent fits ...

Category

1940s Cocktail Dresses

GUCCI F/W 2016 Look 24
GUCCI F/W 2016 Look 24

GUCCI F/W 2016 Look 24

Unavailable|$2,800

GUCCI F/W 2016 Look 24

By Alessandro Michele

Located in New York, NY

Pink silk long puffed sleeve dress with pleated skirt and snake embroidery across bodice. Gold industrial zipper center back as well as "ACDC" logo in pink/blue crystals.

Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Jacques Cassia JC-07
Jacques Cassia JC-07

Jacques Cassia JC-07

Unavailable|$2,200

Jacques Cassia JC-07

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Red jersey gown with gold aluminum bodice element and gold chain strap.

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Chloe Hand-knit Ivory Cardigan  Sweater 1980's EX++
Chloe Hand-knit Ivory Cardigan  Sweater 1980's EX++

Chloe Hand-knit Ivory Cardigan Sweater 1980's EX++

By Chloé

Located in Newport Coast, CA

1980’s Chloe: Ivory Heavy hand knit cardigan sweater in excellent condition. Ruffle at bodice and back, Gold tone metal buttons. Size 42 made in Italy, 50% Mohair 50% Acrylic.

Category

1980s Italian Cardigans

80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress US Size 10
80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress US Size 10

80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress US Size 10

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

Turtleneck, zippers on the sleeves Back zipper Color: Black/Gold Content: Bodice: 100% Nylon Bottom : 66% Acetate, 34% Rayon Size US 10 Shoulder to shoulder 17" Armpit to armpit...

Category

1980s Cocktail Dresses

Jacques Cassia  JC-36

Jacques Cassia JC-36

Unavailable|$1,800

Jacques Cassia JC-36

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White pleated georgette gown with gold aluminum neck and bodice elements and gold lurex floral applique.

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia   JC-19

Jacques Cassia JC-19

Unavailable|$1,800

Jacques Cassia JC-19

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Peach jersey gown with gold aluminum bodice elements and chain straps. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia JC-33

Jacques Cassia JC-33

Unavailable|$1,400

Jacques Cassia JC-33

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White jersey gown with gold aluminum bodice element and chain straps. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia    JC-46

Jacques Cassia JC-46

Unavailable|$3,200

Jacques Cassia JC-46

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black jersey gown with gold aluminum bodice element and sequin bra. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia  JC-21
Jacques Cassia  JC-21

Jacques Cassia JC-21

Unavailable|$1,800

Jacques Cassia JC-21

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Soft grey jersey gown with gold aluminum bodice element and chain straps. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia JC-34
Jacques Cassia JC-34

Jacques Cassia JC-34

Unavailable|$3,200

Jacques Cassia JC-34

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White georgette layered gown with gold aluminum neck, bodice and arm elements. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia    JC - 12
Jacques Cassia    JC - 12

Jacques Cassia JC - 12

Unavailable|$2,800

Jacques Cassia JC - 12

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Emerald green pleated georgette gown with gold aluminum bodice element and chain straps. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia JC-39

Jacques Cassia JC-39

Unavailable|$1,400

Jacques Cassia JC-39

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black jersey mini dress with gold aluminum bodice element and chain straps. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia JC-31

Jacques Cassia JC-31

Unavailable|$750

Jacques Cassia JC-31

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Copper lurex jersey jumpsuit with gold aluminum bodice element and self belt. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Cocktail Dresses

Jacques Cassia    JC-17
Jacques Cassia    JC-17

Jacques Cassia JC-17

Unavailable|$2,800

Jacques Cassia JC-17

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tan and chocolate brown jersey gown with anodized gold aluminum neck and bodice detail. c. 1970's

Category

1980s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Cassia  JC-18

Jacques Cassia JC-18

Unavailable|$2,200

Jacques Cassia JC-18

By Jacques Cassia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sea foam green jersey gown with anodized gold aluminum bodice element and chain straps. c. 1970's

Category

1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950s Butterfly Dress
1950s Butterfly Dress

1950s Butterfly Dress

Unavailable|$345

1950s Butterfly Dress

Located in New York, NY

Featuring a corset style bodice with gold clasps. Very flattering fit and super fun print for the spring and summer!

Category

1950s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Black Textured Light Jacket with Drawstring Waist - 38
Chanel Black Textured Light Jacket with Drawstring Waist - 38

Chanel Black Textured Light Jacket with Drawstring Waist - 38

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, ON

Chanel Black Textured Light Jacket with Drawstring Waist. Gold down collar with layered bodice, round CC buttons, and drawstring waistline.

Category

2010s French Blazers

Oscar de La Renta Pink Paisley Even Dress
Oscar de La Renta Pink Paisley Even Dress

Oscar de La Renta Pink Paisley Even Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Beautiful vintage Oscar de La Renta pink evening gown with metallic gold embroidery bodice and brocade skirt. This dress features empire waist and gathered skirt, sheer long sleeves ...

Category

1960s Empire Waist Dresses

1950's Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Ball Gown
1950's Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Ball Gown

1950's Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Ball Gown

Located in London, GB

The dress features a ruched boned bodice and a gold sequin embellished rose on the left hand side which holds a scarf that crosses over to the back and flows down to floor length.

Category

1950s Ball Gowns

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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary gold bodice for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Beige and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect gold bodice may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Geoffrey Beene, Mary McFadden and Oscar De La Renta are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much is a Gold Bodice?

The price for a gold bodice starts at $395 and tops out at $43,914, and on average, selling for $975.

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