Two Late Victorian Black and White Evening Dresses.
Auction Date: November 12, 2021
Estimate:
Sold for: $300
Lot: 3061
The first black lace and black mesh, with short sleeves over lateral ruffels to bodice, and deep tucked lateral bands below waist.The second, long sleeved dress with black lace over an off white silk charmeuse underdress. Bodice cut with yoke and same lace capelet..
Circa 1900 - 1910.
Provenance: Sale of items to benefit the Monterey History and Art Association. This non-profitassociation has been a guiding force in preservingMontereys history since the founding of the association in 1931. Guarding Montereys precious historic assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
The Associations mission is to sharethe histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey. It possesses extensive collections of furnishings, paintings, photographs, costumes, books, manuscripts, and other artifacts focused on Monterey and California.
Condition: Some tearing, holes to lace mesh and silk charmeuse, first. The second dress is in very good condition.