Bonwit Teller Black Capelet Coat With Lucite Buttons, 1940's

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Bonwit Teller Black Capelet Coat With Lucite Buttons, 1940's

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A 1940's coat by Kraus Original for Bonwit Teller in an unusual heavy wool blend fabric with the weight and drape of knitwear. Kraus Originals was the label founded by Ben Zuckerman who created American fashions that were inspired by French couturiers such as Dior and Balenciaga. This coat has a classic princess silhouette with the addition of strong 1940's shoulders, vented cuffs and a Victorian style capelet. An early modernist vibe to an otherwise old world look is created by large lucite buttons embellished with a floral style silver overlay. Fully lined in black rayon. A lovely way to add a vintage inspiration to your wardrobe. CONDITION The coat is in good vintage condition and has been professionally cleaned. There is a hole in the fabric just below the last button and shown in photograph 13. It is camouflaged by the lining and difficult to notice. The silver overlay on the lucite buttons shows some wear and loss. SIZING & MEASUREMENTS The size is not marked though the coat best fits U.S. sizes 2 - 4 with attention to the following measurements taken with the coat buttoned closed. For visual reference, the mannequin in the photographs is a size 4. This design would probably not fit well over multiple layers of clothing and would have been originally intended as a dress coat. Bust 36" Waist 28.5" Hips 37" Sleeve Length From Underarm to Cuff 17.5" Shoulder Length Taken Across Back From Sleeve Seam to Seam 17.5" Length From Shoulder to Hem 42" Length From Shoulder to Waist 15.5"

Designer:
Ben Zuckerman
Brand:
Bonwit Teller
Dimensions:
Length: 42 in (106.68 cm)Marked Size: Unmarked (Best Fits Sizes 2-4) (US)Bust: 36 in (91.44 cm)Waist: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Hip: 37 in (93.98 cm)
Style:
Victorian Capelet (In the Style Of)
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1940-1949
Material Notes:
A heavy wool blend fabric with weight and drape akin to knitwear lined in rayon and accented by lucite buttons with silver overlay.
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition with a hole in the fabric just below the last button, photograph 13. It is camouflaged by the lining and difficult to notice. Silver overlay on the lucite has wear and loss. Please see description for details.
Seller Location:
Atlanta, GA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU487310610232

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