Gucci Brown Suede Belted Tunic with Chain Hardware, 1970s

Brown sueded leather tunic with gold-tone chain shoulder straps with buckles, a front double welt pouch pocket, and a matching belt with gold-tone chain and buckle.
Label: Gucci
Size Label: 50
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14.75"
Chest: 26.75"
Waist: 25.75"
Hips: 34"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 34"
Belt Length: 31.75"
Belt Width: 1"
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 good though there are a few scuffs on the front right above the pocket and towards the bottom left corner. There are slight spots on the back side along the belt loops and by the neckline and there is some light wear along the bottom hem on the back with a small hole in the lining. There is light wear on the piping along the shoulders and a small hole in the center back of the lining. There are some light scratches along the gold-tone buckles at each shoulder and on the belt. 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.