Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: Black Duchess and Silk Organza Ballgown Spring/Summer 2018, Runway Look 24 Black silk duchess and blush pink silk organza ballgown, featuring a black crystal embellished bodice and pink appliquéd petal skirt Approximate measurements: Chest 37', waist 29.5', length at back 76', length at front 60' Footnotes: Design Information CONSTRUCTION and EMBROIDERY DETAILS In-built corset for the silk duchess bodice embellished with different crystals and beads. Round voluminous, floor length skirt created with over 45,000 hand-cut and hand stitched silk organza petals. HOURS OF WORK It took over 5,500 hours of work to complete this gown. Provenance From the Ralph & Russo Archive Original RRP Incl. VAT £122,700 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