Lot 245: A black chiffon bias-cut evening gown, early

Description: A black chiffon bias-cut evening gown, early 1930s, with silver and white beaded bow-shaped panels to bolero-like over-bodice, bust 86cm, 34in; together with another black chiffon gown with tapelace edging to bodice, tiered, graduated hem, bust 81cm, 32in (2)

Condition Report: Dress with bow - 2cm hole on front right tip of skirt godet, would repair well. Small smudge stain on front of skirt, would clean out. Dress with tapelace bodice - ivory chiffon lining needs replacing or removing, badly perished, lovely construction with 'hidden' rosebuds within the chiffon layers, good condition