Three Christian Dior Coats, Including One Haute Couture, 1950s-60s

This lot includes three coats.

THE FIRST
Black wool swing coat with built up collar and single notch, modified raglan long sleeves, front welt pockets, and open front.
Label: Christian Dior Original / Made in U.S.A. / Christian Dior - New York Inc.
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14"
Chest: 49"
Waist: 52"
Hips: 58"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 38.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 27.5"

THE SECOND
Haute Couture blue silk taffeta pleated swing coat with padded loop neckline, straight fit sleeves, inseam slit pockets, and open front. Spring 1955.
Label: Christian Dior / Paris
Size Label:  N/A
Style/Serial No.: 4431 (Name indecipherable)

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15.25"
Chest: 49"
Waist: 57"
Hips: 68"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 40.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 31"

THE THIRD
Black wool mod coat with rolled collar, straight fit sleeves, flared skirt with back waist cinch, and front dome button closure.
Label: Christian Dior - New York Inc.
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16"
Chest: 38"
Waist: 36"
Hips: 42"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 38.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30.25"
Property from the Collection of a Midwest University

THE FIRST:

The overall condition is good structurally with the following:

Losses:
The front right outer layer has a line of threads that indicate there were either buttons, toggles, or some other form of closure that is now missing. There is considerable wear along the neckline and lapel, sleeve hems, front pocket welts, and front opening which has revealed the base woven layer.

Repairs/Alterations:
The bottom of the coat appears to have had alterations made and is evidenced by some creases in the lining. The shoulders appear to have had either repairs, reworking, or other alterations made and is noticeable by the blue stitching seen in the shoulder lining. The collar appears to have been either reworked or repaired as some internal stitching is of a different color than black. The sleeves appear to have been shortened.

THE SECOND:

The overall condition is very good structurally with the following:

Split/Separated Seams:
Both front pleat seams have some loose and popped stitches.

Soiling/Spots:
There is a white mark on the front right hemline.

THE THIRD:

The overall condition is very good with the following:

Losses:
The lining has some noticeable wear along the corners of the pocket welts and waist cinch and along seam lines around the waist and hips in the lining. There are some minor scratches on each of the buttons.

Soiling/Spots:
There is some light soiling along the interior back neckline. 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. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please contact us directly with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.