Ralph & Russo Haute Couture: Pale Cyan Chantilly Lace and Feather Gown Spring/Summer 2017, Runway Look 46 Pale cyan Chantilly lace gown hand appliquéd with trimmed ostrich feathers, metallic glass beads and silk thread-work in a chevron design, matching organza belt (2) Approximate measurements: Shoulders 13, chest 32', waist 26', hips 34.4', length at back 44', length at front 44', sleeve 3' Footnotes: Design Information CONSTRUCTION and EMBROIDERY DETAILS Fitted bodice with short cap sleeves just covering the top of the shoulder, round neck, voluminous flared floor length. Over 10,000 hand cut and individually attached pale blue and grey ostrich feathers, highlighted by a delicate golden plait in a geometrical chevron intertwined pattern. More than 30,000 gold metallic and clear bugle beads with gold metal thread used to create the plait featured in this design. The embroidery 25 specialist hand artisans took over 3,000 hours. HOURS OF WORK It took 5 couturiers over 250 hours for the making alone. Provenance From the Ralph & Russo Archive Original RRP Incl. VAT £83,900 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