An early Pierre Cardin houndstooth checked wool tent coat, Autumn-Winter 1960, Paris labelled, with large double collar with velvet ribbon between and ties to neck, loose cut with large buttons, chest approx 122cm, 48in This design was photographed by Helmut Newton, modelled by Maggie Tabberer, for a Lucas/Cardin brochure.

Soiling to label, darned repairs to lining around the label area. Coat has been heavily used and needs cleaning, soiling to lining. Slight wear and repairs to taffeta at both underarms. Hem has been lowered by approx. 3cm. A few scattered faint brown spot stains down left front panel but not immediately noticeable. One ribbon is longer than the other – they have been altered.