We are thrilled to announce our next auction here in London: the ARCH COUTURE archive, consisting of 250 lots of 20th and 21st-century haute couture and ready-to-wear. We have a wide selection of iconic designers and brands from the last 75 years, including Chanel, Christian Dior, Gucci, Schiaparelli, Alexander McQueen, Prada, Jean Paul Gaultier, Versace, Margiela, Mugler, and many more!
One of the most exciting lots in this jewelbox of an auction is lot 89, a wonderful Schiaparelli haute couture jacket by Daniel Roseberry. This fabulous piece exemplifies Roseberry’s interpretation of Elsa Schiaparelli’s surrealist design sensibilities, with a beaded ‘measuring tape’ front opening and intricate, sculptural gold embellishments.
Chanel is synonymous with modern luxury. This auction features 88 lots of the brand, mainly dating from Karl Lagerfeld’s tenure as creative director. Lots include jackets, suits, dresses, and handbags, including a rare 2017 minaudière shaped like a jewelled robot, and a matching pink fantasy tweed jacket and handbag from the iconic 2014 ‘Supermarket’ collection.
There is a small but impressive collection of Alexander McQueen, including three dresses that any fan of the designer will immediately recognise. The first is an embellished gown from Autumn-Winter 2007-08, covered in a shimmer of cascading bronze beads designed as tumbling tresses of hair. We also have two fabulously embellished dresses from McQueen’s ‘Plato’s Atlantis’ collection, one in blue and one in green.
Another highlight is Roberto Cavalli’s iconic ‘Ming Vase’ printed gown from his Autumn-Winter 2005-06 collection. A similar Cavalli gown was included in the Metropolitan Museum of Art Exhibition, ‘China: Through the Looking Glass’, in 2015.
The auction also features a wide and varied selection of designer handbags, with almost thirty to choose from. Among the selection are two contemporary Christian Dior ‘Lady Dior Art’ bags, one covered in mirrors designed by South Korean artist Lee Bul, and the other tied with bondage-style ropes designed by French artist Morgane Tschiember.
Speaking of Christian Dior, the last (but certainly not least!) lot in the auction is the spectacular Christian Dior by Yves Saint Laurent black taffeta ‘Labia’ gown from Autumn-Winter 1959-60. The gown is complete with an elegant Chantilly lace-trimmed stole.
We look forward to seeing you all at our next viewing day, and as always, make sure to send your condition report requests in ASAP!
Lot 1 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld faux fur and feather cape, Autumn-Winter 2018-19
Sold for £14,300
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 2 - A Chanel blue denim Deauville Large backpack, 2017-18
Sold for £1,105
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 3 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld tweed jacket, 'Waterfalls' collection, Spring-Summer 2018
Sold for £2,340
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 4 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld ivory patchwork shopper tote, 2018
Sold for £2,600
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 8 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black plexiglass and strass robot minaudière, Spring-Summer 2017
Sold for £6,500
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 9 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld tweed jacket 'Airlines' collection, Spring-Summer 2016
Sold for £975
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 17 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld white crêpe evening jacket, Spring-Summer 2014
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 18 - A pair of Chanel haute couture by Karl Lagerfeld white tweed mitts, Spring-Summer 2014
Sold for £468
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 19 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld sky-blue tweed jacket, circa 2014
Sold for £650
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 20 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld printed canvas tote bag, Spring-Summer 2014
Sold for £2,210
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 23 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld printed silk sleeveless top, Spring-Summer 2014
Sold for £468
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 24 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 'paint-splatter' cuff, Autumn-Winter 2013-14
Sold for £780
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 26 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld nylon and tweed shopper tote, 2013
Sold for £520
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 29 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black and white tweed suit, circa 2012
Sold for £598
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 30 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld grey quilted leather flap bag, 2011
Sold for £910
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 31 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld blue fantasy tweed jacket, Spring-Summer 2011
Sold for £1,430
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 32 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld rhinestone camellia brooch, 2011
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 33 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld white quilted patent leather shoulder bag, 2011
Sold for £910
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 34 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black lambskin jacket, circa 2011
Sold for £910
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 35 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld brooch, 2011
Sold for £338
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 38 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld blue and black tweed hat, 2010s
Sold for £195
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 39 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld embroidered jacket 'Farm' collection, Spring-Summer 2010
Sold for £1,690
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 41 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 'CC' rhinestone-set brooch, 2010
Sold for £221
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 42 - Two Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld silk scarves, 2010s
Sold for £208
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 43 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black bouclé wool pencil skirt, circa 2010
Sold for £104
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 44 - A pair of Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black patent leather gloves, 2010s
Sold for £208
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 45 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld knitted jersey dress, circa 2010
Sold for £494
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 46 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld brown and black tweed and fur jacket, circa 2010
Sold for £520
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 49 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld blue denim tote bag, 2008-09
Sold for £715
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 52 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black vinyl shopper tote, 2009-10
Sold for £650
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 53 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld evening jacket, Cruise collection, 2009
Sold for £845
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 54 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black suede belt, Autumn-Winter 2008-09
Sold for £195
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 55 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld metallic blue leather evening bag, 2008-2009
Sold for £2,210
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 56 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld mini black grosgrain flap bag, 2008-2009
Sold for £845
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 57 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld men's navy blue jersey jacket, Spring-Summer 2007
Sold for £416
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 59 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black crêpe and chiffon cocktail dress, Autumn-Winter 2006-07
Sold for £780
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 60 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black leather handbag, 2006-2008
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 62 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld purple suede evening clutch, early 2000s
Sold for £286
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 63 - A pair of Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld lattice-stitched denim jeans, Spring-Summer 2005
Sold for £520
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 64 - A pair of Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld purple leather gloves, 2000s
Sold for £130
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 65 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld punched orange patent leather tote, 2005-2006
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 66 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld embellished black tweed cocktail dress, Autumn-Winter 2005-06
Sold for £598
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 67 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld tweed suit, Spring-Summer 2004
Sold for £1,690
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 68 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cotton and silk tweed three-piece suit, Spring-Summer 2004
Sold for £1,170
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 69 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld ruthenium-tone cuff bracelet, Autumn-Winter 2003-04
Sold for £442
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 70 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream wool blend coat, Autumn-Winter 2001-02
Sold for £1,105
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 71 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld turquoise tweed flap bag, 2002-03
Sold for £1,950
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 72 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black and cream bouclé wool ensemble, Autumn-Winter 1999-2000
Sold for £624
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 73 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black lace and chiffon evening dress, Autumn-Winter 1998-99
Sold for £1,430
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 74 - A Chanel by Vanessa Seward black and blue beaded jewellery set, Autumn-Winter 1998-99
Sold for £2,340
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 75 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black crêpe cocktail dress, Spring-Summer 1998
Sold for £1,105
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 76 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream cable-knit wool cardigan, 1990s
Sold for £468
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 77 - A group of Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld jewellery, 1990s-2000s
Sold for £1,235
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 78 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pink bouclé wool jacket, Cruise collection, 1994
Sold for £1,105
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 79 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld quilted orange leather crossbody bag, 1996-1997
Sold for £975
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 80 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld pink tweed jacket, Spring-Summer 1996
Sold for £1,300
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 81 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld black and white linen-blend suit, Spring-Summer 1991
Sold for £1,235
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 82 - A pair of Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld white plastic glasses, Autumn-Winter 1994-95
Sold for £1,950
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 83 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld jumbo black leather flap bag, 1991-94
Sold for £2,340
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 85 - Two pairs of Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld earrings, 1980s
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 86 - A Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld chain belt, 1985
Sold for £845
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 87 - A Chanel haute couture by Jean Cazaubon and Yvonne Dudel beaded jacket, circa 1974
Sold for £1,105
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 88 - A Gabrielle Chanel quilted brown jersey 2.55 handbag, 1960s
Sold for £1,300
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 94 - A Gucci by Alessandro Michele black and white tweed suit, Resort 2017
Sold for £650
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 95 - A Gucci by Alessandro Michele printed red crêpe de chine ensemble, Spring-Summer 2016
Sold for £195
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
