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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The coat in overall good condition. Minor wear throughout. Stain and repair to back just above rear buttons. Labels reading 'Ebony London' and 'The Theatre of the Primitive Future/ Fox/ 5' to the interior. Includes white braces.
The riding hat in good condition. The original foam padding disintegrated and removed, but traces remain. Labels reading 'Ebony London' and 'The Theatre of the Primitive Future' to the interior. With working snap chin strap. No size listed.
The riding crop in excellent condition. With details in matching red dupion. The red ground dotted shirt in good condition. Label reading 'Ebony London' to the interior. All closures velcro. The white ground dotted shirt in good condition. Label reading 'Ebony London' to the interior. All closures velcro.
The black crocodile leatherette jodhpurs in excellent condition. Some wear thorughout, concentrated to seat and seams. 44 in. long. With label reading 'Dry Clean Only'. With attached waist belt and velcro closures at ankles.
The foxes would have initially had glowing eyes. However upon testing, 3/4 eyes did not light, likely burned out bulbs. A D cell battery is included in the fox with 1 working eye. However Christie's does not guarantee the working condition of lighting elements. The two foxes currently lack any way of affixing to epaulets.
Please note that all costumes are sold “as is” and are subject to no return and should be inspected before the sale. Please contact the department for further information and images at eltonjohncollection@christies.com.
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Lot 1364Sale 22494
DESIGNED BY JEVON ANTONI-JAY, 1983-1984A RED AND BLACK DUPION 'FOX HUNT' SUITEstimate: USD 2,000 - 4,000
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