$384
A group of six pieces of knitwear owned by Esther Williams. The first is a black evening sweater with gold and silver sequins and a plunging V back. The second is Williams' favorite Christmas sweater, which is red with gold embellishment and labeled "St. John Evening." The third is camel colored woven with gold metallic threads. The fourth is a navy cardigan with bands of rhinestones set in metal. The fifth is a black cardigan with bead and rhinestone embellishment. The sixth is a black Christmas sweater with embroidered reindeer and pine trees with beadwork, artificial pearls, rhinestones, and silver and gold tone beads. Most pieces are labeled "Esther Williams." Williams had "Esther Williams" labels sewn into many of her personal garments. Accompanied by a white mesh purse with pearlized handles. Williams was seen carrying an identical purse in 1990. Link to image available upon request. PROVENANCE From the Estate of Esther Williams Categories:
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2013-11-11
