Collection of Five Jackets and Tops, 1930s-40s
This lot includes a collection of five jackets and tops.
THE FIRST
Black silk velvet crop jacket with dolman sleeves and embellished belted waist band.
Label: Bullock's Wilshire
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16.5"
Chest: 51"
Waist: 29"
Length (underarm to hem): 8.5"
Sleeve Length (center back neck to hem): 29"
THE SECOND
Green velvet swing jacket with full puff sleeves and lined in dark yellow faille.
Label: Myer Siegel / California
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 13.25 "
Chest: 40"
Waist: 40.75"
Hips: 44"
Length (underarm to hem): 22"
Sleeve Length (center back neck to hem): 25"
THE THIRD
Brown velvet smocked caplet with neck ties.
Unlabeled
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders:
Neckline (excluding ties): 15.5"
Length (center back neckline to hem): 18"
THE FOURTH
Black crepe and multi-hued voided velvet long sleeve top with pleated neck ruff.
Unlabeled
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15.5"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 31.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 11"
Sleeve Length (center back neck to hem): 31.5"
THE FIFTH
Black jacket with metal thread embroidery and bronze leather leaf appliques.
Unlabeled
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 13"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 31.5"
Length (underarm to hem): 14"
Sleeve Length (center back neck to hem): 30"
Condition
Condition:THE FIRSTThe overall condition is good with some flattened pile throughout the velvet, most noticeably along the collar and belted waist. There is also some soiling along the neckline lining. THE SECONDThe overall condition is good structurally with some areas of flattened pile on the velvet throughout, mostly noticeable on both side seams at hip level, the collar, and upper back. There is some discoloration along the shoulders on the back bodice and a couple of dark spots on the lining hem. The back lining has some soiling at upper back and the left sleeve armhole seam has popped in the front. THE THIRDThe overall condition is very good with no visible issues. THE FOURTHThe overall condition is very good with no visible issues. THE FIFTHThe overall condition is good structurally though there is a repair on the front right hem along with a faint white residue line. Several metallic threads are either missing or are loose along the front and the shoulders are discolored along the seam line. The lining is discolored under each arm and there is evidence of some repairs. The lining at the hemline is loose on the right side and shows evidence of some repairs. Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional condition photos, please use the INQUIRE button or email couturecr@lesliehindman.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact.