UNAPOLOGETICALLY IRIS: THE COLLECTION OF IRIS APFEL
A ZEBRA PRINT CHENILLE 'RILKE' COAT
LABELED DRIES VAN NOTEN, 2022
Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 5,292
Estimate
USD 800 - USD 1,200
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
'I have rarely met someone as vivid, as alive, as vital, vivacious, irreverent, joyous, relevant and needed as Iris. She breathes young air, thinks young thoughts, and gathers no dust. I simply love her.' -Dries Van Noten on Iris Apfel, 2018.
Iris Apfel wore this dramatic Monies choker in a promotional photoshoot for her 100th birthday collaboration with Zenni Optical.
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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. One stain to front near the lowest button, might improve with laundering. The white lining with some dark discoloration to back (not visible externally). The Monies necklace in good condition. With magnetic clasp. A few wooden prongs now broken, leaving some sharp edges (not very visible when worn).
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.