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Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970

$290
$44534% Off
£220.65
£338.5834% Off
€254.23
€390.1134% Off
CA$411.71
CA$631.7634% Off
A$441.69
A$677.7734% Off
CHF 236.91
CHF 363.5434% Off
MX$5,317.89
MX$8,160.2134% Off
NOK 2,986.57
NOK 4,582.8534% Off
SEK 2,723.34
SEK 4,178.9234% Off
DKK 1,899.44
DKK 2,914.6634% Off

About the Item

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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