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Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
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Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate
floral embroidery that circles the hemline
The intricate embroidered flowers are accented with small
glass beading & sequins. The hand loomed silk gown has
three delicate ribbons that dangle from the waist with colors
that echo the floral embroidered hemline
The short sleeves have pleated detail that runs down the
bodice. The pleated bodice is designed with 12 matching
silk covered decorative stationary buttons
The elegant silk gown zippers up the back & is lined with
white satin acetate. Labeled Bonwit Teller Sabina of India
100% Hand loomed silk
Measurements Labeled size 8 (vintage size)
Refer to measurements for contemporary size equivalent
The gown length from the shoulder to the hem = 53" 1/2 inches
The underarm bust area measured flat 15" 1/2 inches seam to seam
The shoulders measure 15" inches seam to seam
The waist seam measures 24 inches
- Designer:Sabina of India for Bonwit Teller
- Brand:Sabina of India for Bonwit Teller
- Dimensions:Bust: 32 in (81.28 cm)Waist: 24 in (60.96 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 53.5 in (135.89 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. There are a few very small faint stains on the backside that are not very apparent unless under close inspection. Refer to last two images. There is a tiny pin head size spot on the backside that is hidden inside the pleated silhouette.
- Seller Location:University City, MO
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU736752852
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