Collection of Ten American-Made Embroidery Samples, 1960-90s
These embroidery samples were discovered in the Geoffrey Beene Archive.
The first is a curved edge of chinelle thread embroidery with gold square sequins, rhinestones, gold braid and blue jewel sequins. Label: Originals by Gay Creations Incporporated / 519 Eigth Avenue New York, N.Y. / LO 4-3370-1-2-3
The second is of pink plastic triangles, plastic faceted jewels and glass beads. Label: Creators / 575 8th Ave NYC
The third is with pink and white sequins on cream fabric. Label: Miss Anea / 2 W. 47th St. / New York 36, N.Y. / JU 2-373
The fourth s a striped example of straw or wood-backed sequins, wood beads and rhinestones. Label: La Gene Embroidery Inc. / Original Creators of Gang Die Nailheads / Machine Embroideries - Mending Appliques-Novelties / 225 West 39th St. New York
The fifth is of thin, thick and metallic thread, sequins and beads. Label: George Kaplan MFG Co., INC / 48 West 37th St / New York
The sixth is made of padded gold flower petals surrounded by gold beads and chains with gold faceted jewels and gold braid. Label: Brody Embroidery Co. / 241 West 86th St / New York 18 NY
The seventh is red wool with red thread and cord embroidery. Label: Metropolitan-Keller Embroidery, Inc. / 270 West 38th Street / New York, N.Y. 10018
The eighth is made of silver and irridescent sequins. Label: Originals by Gay Creations Incporporated / 519 Eigth Avenue New York, N.Y. / LO 4-3370-1-2-3
The ninth is made of thin, thic and metallic thread with rhinestones and sequins. Label: George Kaplan MFG Co., INC / 48 West 37th St / New York
The tenth is made of pink and clear plastic teardrop sequins with pink and silver beads and faceted jewels. Paper label: M. 7111
Measurements of each sample are approximately 12" x 12".
Condition
Condition:Overall condition of all embroidery samples is very good.
The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. As everything is sold 'as is', we suggest that you request a more detailed condition report and additional photo. This can be obtained via the INQUIRE button or by email at couturecr@lesliehindman.com. Condition is a matter of opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.