Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: White Silk Organza and Black Embellished Cocktail Dress Spring/Summer 2016, Runway Look 32 White silk organza cocktail dress with oversized petal peplum and bustier, embroidered with hand cut feathers and glass bead wild-flower design Approximate measurements: Chest 32', waist 26', hips 38', length at back 47', length at front 47' Footnotes: Design Information CONSTRUCTION and EMBROIDERY DETAILS Knee length corset dress. Hand pleated silk organza asymmetric godet motif around the bodice, black fabric belt creating a peplum effect. Irregular linear silk thread embroidery using hundreds of hand-cut feathers and glass beads flowers beads. HOURS OF WORK It took over 1,000 hours for the embroidery alone. Provenance From the Ralph & Russo Archive Original RRP Incl. VAT £39,500 Important Auction Notice Please note that all Lots in this auction are subject to both VAT at 20% on the Hammer Price and on the Buyer's Premium. If any Lot offered in this auction is exported from the UK within 3 months of the sale date, all VAT may be refunded for an overseas business. VAT on Premium cannot be refunded for non-trade buyers. This is subject to appropriate export documentation being provided. This Lot is being sold As Seen by the Administrators of Ralph & Russo Ventures Limited (in Liquidation) with no representations or warranties. Lot to be sold without reserve. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: † † VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing