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SCREEN WORN GOWN
in movie "DESIREE"
#7406 - c. 1954 Worn in
the Movie "DESIREE" Ivory and Gold "Regency" or "Jane Austen"
Trained Appliqued Braid, Sequins and Lace Gown!
LOGAN COSTUME Company! Photos
are now up for this exceptional ivory satin embroidered trained gowns in the
Regency or Jane Austen style that so many brides love! This is a
vintage Hollywood movie memorabilia gown, so it will have "costume"
detailing... but if you love the movie, "Desiree" as much as I do,
getting married in one of the screen worn original gowns is a dream
come true! These were worn by Napoleon's (Marlon Brando) sisters
during the Coronation scene.. you know, when Napoleon grabbed the
crown from the Pope (of all people!) and crowned himself Emperor! :)
Oh, by the way, Brando's
Napoleon costume from
"Desiree" sold
for $73,800!!! This gown is
embroidered with gold bees. Here's the history: Napoleon
was vested in a long white satin tunic embroidered in gold thread
and Josephine similarly wore a white satin empire style dress
embroidered in gold thread. The coronation mantle was covered
with embroidered golden bees which is a symbol of immortality and
resurrection. Napoleon adopted his own version of the bee as a
symbol for his reign to link the new dynasty to the very origins of
France. The bee was considered the oldest emblem of the
sovereigns of France. In addition to the bees, this gown is
embroidered with olive branches. The gown is trimmed in
wide ecru lace and embellished with sequins as well. The
extreme high empire waist is so high that it's more like no waist.
Most of the embroidery is on the front of the gown, but the shape of
the back and the train is lovely as well. There is a finger
loop to hold up the train for dancing. Very good condition.
Remember, this was a movie worn costume. As you will see from
the photos, there was a old professional repair to one sleeve.
There are very minor discolorations/spots here and there hardly
worth mentioning. Measures: 35/36" bust, 55" long
in front from shoulder to hem, 71" long in back.
SOLD - but on display in Museum Category
for Research/Study
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