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Elton John custom-made costume designed by Kansai Yamamoto, who became an iconic designer for rock & roll legends like Elton John in the 1970s. Outfit was made during the 1980s and features an ornate and industrial-style coat made of black wool and flannel, with straps and wet-look cotton panels dispersed. Also includes a jerkin, blouson and trousers. With original ''Kansai International'' tags intact.
Provenance: Lot 1429, Elton John Vol. IV Diverse Collections, Sotheby's, London, 8-9 September 1988.
Elton John Personally Owned Outfit -- Custom-Made by Famed Japanese Designer Kansai Yamamoto
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