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1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk

$35,000
£26,557.19
€30,365.78
CA$48,885.51
A$54,354.04
CHF 28,380.68
MX$661,620.96
NOK 362,125.09
SEK 339,293.91
DKK 226,625.39
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1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this gown for an anonymous MGM star client. This rare and pristine ball gown is constructed in a halter neck fashion with pleated, wrapped bust, purple sequined and embroided bodice. Includes major foundation structure and underpinnings, and a triple tiered bustle back, adorned with sequins, bugle beads and rhinestones. Voluminous layered silk tulle skirts. Spectacular and rare!
  • Designer:
    Irene Scharaff
  • Brand:
    Mde. Etoile
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: 4-6 (US)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Gresham, OR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU506034541

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