Givenchy Haute Couture Velvet Dress with Feathers, 1970-80s

Haute Couture black velvet long sleeve dress with organza yoke detailed with a velvet covered tube neckline, tapered zipper wrist sleeves, feather embellished organza skirt, and center back zipper closure.
Label: Givenchy
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: 61025

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14"
Chest: 30"
Waist: 29"
Hips: 36"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 56.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 35"
Property from the Collection of Countess Anita von Galen
This lot is one of sixty-seven in this auction from Countess Anita von Galen, a German aristocrat and socialite known for her avant-garde sense of style and brilliant entertaining. Over the years, the Countess von Galen has used her visionary eye and a penchant for unique silhouettes to build an extraordinary collection of haute couture. She considered Hubert de Givenchy (Lots 1-18) and his partner, Philippe Venet, also a couturier (Lots 19-20), close friends, with Givenchy designing the baptismal gown (Lot 1) for her only son, Ferdinand Otto von Galen. Beyond her friendship with the couple, Countess von Galen was an ardent supporter of emerging, avant-garde designers including Pierre Cardin (Lots 25-48), Kansai Yamamoto (Lots 61-62), and Yohji Yamamoto (Lot 63).

Condition:The overall condition is very good though there is a faint white mark on the back of the skirt by the hem and there is a faint white mark in the lining on the left side by the chest. There are a few pulled threads along the mesh primarily on the arm holes and the back zipper. 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 email us 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.