Moran’s December Luxury, Couture & Accessories boasted a 99% sell-through rate
• Covetable bags from Hermès and Chanel were snatched up by collectors
• Gowns and dresses from important mid-century designers resonated with buyers
• Accessories and knits from Hermès proved extremely popular
MONROVIA, CA – Moran’s December 10th Luxury, Couture & Accessories auction was a success with only three lots going unsold. Staple pieces and statement pieces alike were being snatched up just in time for the holidays. Moran’s will next feature a luxury auction in May and already has a winning selection of clothing and accessories ready for the sale.
Lot 2120, An Hermès 35cm Birkin Bag, price realized: $8,125
Gorgeous handbags and accessories from prominent designers were among the top lots of the day. A stunning and brightly-colored Hermès 35cm Birkin bag created a stir when it hit the block, selling to a determined phone bidder for $8,125 (all prices realized include Moran’s 25% buyer’s premium). A classic Chanel Diana small flap bag in luxurious lambskin was brought out many times during the public preview and sold for $2,125. A white Hermès Constance bag was a hit at the block, soaring past it’s high estimate of $1,200 to bring $2,000.
A fine selection of dresses and gowns are surely bound for holiday soirees. A fuschia Christian Dior New York evening gown from the 1950s was based on the Soirée d’Asie dress designed for the Autumn/Winter 1955 collection and brought $938 at the block. A delightful coral pink ruched Irish linen evening gown from Sybil
Connolly sold to a determined Invaluable bidder who took home the dress for $938. An orange version of the Sybil Connolly dress brought $625 at the block.
Aside from classic handbags, cozy knits and accessories were the big hits of the auction. A cheeky mushroom-motif sweater from Hermès brought a smile to everyone’s face who came to preview and brought $469 at the block. A cashmere and wool blanket from Hermès with its buttery soft texture was snatched up by a determined online bidder for $594. An equally soft cashmere shawl also by Hermès will surely keep the buyer warm this winter and realized $562.
Moran’s is starting the 2020 auction year off with a slate of fine auctions beginning with Studio Fine Art and Studio Decorative Art auctions in January. Spring will see the annual California & American Fine Art, Art of the American West, 20th Century Art + Design, Prints & Multiples, Fine Jewelry, and Luxury auctions as well as a special single-consignor auction featuring the important collection of Cindy and Stuart Tietze-Hodosh.
For upcoming highlights, online catalogues, and more information on these sales, visit Moran’s website: jm.dev.hookson1.com. Bidding is now available online via Moran’s new mobile app Moran Mobile, available on both iOS and Android operating systems. Live bidding on a desktop is available through bid.johnmoran.com; bidding is also supported by telephone, absentee, or in person.
Consignment inquiries are always welcome.
Lot 2084, An Hermès mushroom-motif sweater, price realized: $469
“Staple pieces and statement pieces alike were being snatched up just in time for the holidays. ”
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