Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat


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  • Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71
  • Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71
  • Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71
  • Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71
  • Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71
  • Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71

Celine Rococo shell print pink silk waistcoat BL71

Condition: Very good

Price: $65

Measurements
Bust: 32"
Waist: 28"
Hip: 34"
Length: 28"
Shoulder to waist length: 16"
Label: Celine, Made in France, 100% silk, Euro sz. 38

Description
Dramatic Rococo designs of seashells, coral and gilt classical figures cover this pink silk ladies' waistcoat by Celine. The color of the silk is rather like the inside of a shell, continuing the sea theme. The vest has pockets with curved flaps and pink plastic buttons, each marked "Celine." The length will hit below the hip, and the hem is curved in front where the two sides overlap. It is lined with white silk, with the Celine label, as well as a gold chain also marked Celine. Based on the label and the design, I believe that this vest dates from the late 1990's (but if you are a Celine expert, you may know better than I do). It is in very good condition, with one very faint spot near the front hem, and extremely minor, nearly invisible, discoloration under the arms. The design of this waistcoat seems inspired by the fashionable gentlemen of the late 18th century--I'm sure Thomas Jefferson would have looked smashing in it!