A Balenciaga couture black silk cloqué cocktail gown, 1962-64. Photo courtesy Kerry Taylor.

Eisa labelled, with integral wide gros-grain boned waspie, cross-over back fastening with bow to one side, curved seams run from underarm to rear waist, bust approx 102cm, 40in, waist 71cm, 28in; good condition, hem has been altered. It has a lock-stitched finish, should be organza edged and hand stitched. Probably lowered, could easily be put back. No loss of fabric. Estimated Price: £800 - £1,000

Kerry Taylor Auctions. Passion for Fashion. June 25, 2013, 2:00 PM GMT. 249-253 Long Lane London, SE1 4PR United Kingdom. Phone: +44 (0)20 8676 4600 - Fax: +44 (0)20 3137 0112 - Email: info@kerrytaylorauctions.com