Stenciled velvet neoclassical gown, Mariano Fortuny, early 20th century. Price realised: $8,400. Photo courtesy Whitaker Auctions

Pink and pomegranate mottled velvet, stenciled with a Medieval style pattern in gold, having long sleeve, the underside inset with pleated raspberry silk held with a series of Murano glass beads and silk cord loops, continuing down sides to hem, the pleats angled into a square train. Round label woven in black and gold faille, "Mariano Fortuny Venise". B-40, front L-54, back L-66. (Few tiny holes in side pleats, some beads damaged, three beads missing) excellent. 

Charles A. Whitaker Auction Company