May 2013 Auction Ends Tuesday, May 21st, 5pm Pacific
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/21/2013
Vera-Ellen pink dress from ''Words And Music''. Gown was worn by the dancer in MGM's 1948 film based on songwriters Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. Vera-Ellen starred as herself, in her element in the onscreen musical. Fragile vintage gown features lace-trimmed lining and fabric flower decorations to the shoulder and hip. Label sewn within reads, ''V Ellen'' in type. 11'' measurement across waist bolsters the argument for the dancer's anorexia diagnosis. With wardrobe tag. Fading and wear to mesh fabric and stress to seams, else near fine. With a Gene London Costume Collection LOA.
Golden Age Hollywood Vera-Ellen Dress From ''Words And Music'' -- 1948
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