1950's Christian Dior-Wool, Silk dress. Dress is two piece with spaghetti straps. Has label of Boutique Christian Dior Paris 101910-Made in France. Other Label has Luzy Ling? 41400-Zurich. Dress length is just under knees.
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Does not have size tag.
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Hello Julie, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: Authentic Vintage Christian Dior Boutique Silk-Wool Ensemble France, Circa 1950's CONDITION: Appears to be in good condition commensurate to age and use. PROVENANCE: The property of Narcissa Swift King (1911-1998) was active in the Civil Rights Movement from Chicago, Ill. King was the great-granddaughter of Gustavus F. Swift, founder of the Swift meat packing company. She helped found and became the first chairwoman of the Chicago Urban League's woman's board in 1964 and was active in the Civil Rights Movement. King moved to Santa Fe, NM in 1979, and was active in the arts community there. https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1998-01-03-9801030114-story.html FAIR MARKET VALUE: $600-800* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. COMPARISON AUCTION RESULTS: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/27634541_a-christian-dior-grey-plaid-wool-ensemble-circa-1955- Sold for $575 in 2014 https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/41286275_christian-dior-paris-numbered-wool-skirt-suit-mid-20th- Sold for $750 in 2015 https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/67374932_christian-dior-demi-couture-black-dress-1950-s - Sold for $400 in 2018 https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/52335126_christian-dior-satin-cocktail-dress-and-wrap-1950s Sold for $350 in 2017 https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/5299261_198-the-property-of-a-lady-a-christian-dior-pink-gazar Sold for $345 in 2008 Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
