Sporting with Antiques & Collectors' Items (Liverpool)

Lot 544

In the Mughal style printed fabric in the form of three book plates with various figural scenes of figures in a boat with flying fish, polo players, and wrestling scene, all with script within decorative abstract and floral border, 34 x 63 cm, framed and glazed.

Lot 545

Condition ReportThe bag the dress and veil were wrapped in had a note inscribed 'My wedding dress and veil 1961'. Some light staining, including to the hem of the dress and cuffs. There is a small paper note pinned to the interior neck of the dress, stating 'We regret that the stains on this article cannot be removed, although every effort has been made', which would imply that the dress was professionally cleaned after being worn. Further paper label attached to inner neckline with safety pins. Possibly hand made, unlined, with hand sewn hem. No labels. Creased from storage. The veil also with some light staining. Otherwise good condition.

Lot 546

Condition ReportSome staining, including staining under arms and to hem. Several patches of the background white beading missing - mainly around the feather and frond detailing at the waist, each patch approx 10cm long. Some fraying and missing beading to the hem. Some mismatched beads in odd colours.

Lot 547

Condition ReportThe beaded jacket appears to be in ok condition, with some beading missing. All other items are in poor condition and extremely fragile, with rips, tears and pieces missing, as well as oxidising/perishing to the lace. The shawls have large tears to the edges where the fringing is attached to the edges of the shawl. The negligee/dressing gown has many tears and pieces cut out from the fabric. The black lace evening dress has many holes, rusted buttons, perishing to the lace, etc. The brown silk dress is extremely fragile/friable, with extensive deterioration to the lace and silk lining. The neckline and straps of the dress are particularly damaged.