UNAPOLOGETICALLY IRIS: THE COLLECTION OF IRIS APFEL
A BLACK AND WHITE POLKA DOT SILK TAFFETA GOWN
THE DRESS LABELED NORMAN NORELL FOR BONWIT AND TELLER, 1960S
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Price Realised USD 3,024
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USD 600 - USD 800
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Closed: 13 Feb 2025
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A BLACK AND WHITE POLKA DOT SILK TAFFETA GOWN
THE DRESS LABELED NORMAN NORELL FOR BONWIT AND TELLER, 1960S
Iris Apfel wore this Norman Norell gown in a promotional shoot for her collaboration with Zenni Optical in 2021, in celebration of her 100th birthday. She also appeared in the gown at the 2014 FIT Foundation Gala.
Please see Lot 1 for more information on the Iris Apfel X Zenni collaboration.
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The dress in very good condition. Some very minor darkening or snags to white polka dots. Buttons at wrists are loose but intact. Label to interior neckline reading 'FRONT' very loose, now yellowed. The skirt labeled 'Norman Norrell for Bonwit Teller' and the belt labeled 'Norman Norrell'.
The jewelry including two resin cuffs with inlaid rhinestones, one 4 1/2 in. high, one 3 1/4 in. high, both in good condition with some scuffs and accretions. One resin cuff studded with faux pearls. Some scuffs and accretions. Five black and rhinestone necklaces of varying lengths. Scattered stones missing, present well overall. One black resin, rhinestone and faux pearl brooch, now missing pin. One black and white resin oversized chain link necklace by Rara Avis, in good condition, some minor accretions, would benefit from cleaning.
Please note that all garments and accessories are sold as is. Please also note that the bracelets in this collection are typically small in diameter. For more information, contact Nathalie Ferneau at nferneau@christies.com.
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Lot 50Sale 23911
THE DRESS LABELED NORMAN NORELL FOR BONWIT AND TELLER, 1960SA BLACK AND WHITE POLKA DOT SILK TAFFETA GOWNEstimate: USD 600 - 800
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