Hubert de Givenchy, beautiful haute couture ball gown in white ottoman, formerly whalebone bustier, closed at the back with buttons ( missing ), lapels on the edge of the bodice, wide skirt with interlining and padding on the hips, lined to the hem, cutouts and seams on the front, work of crossed pleats at the back, concealing the closure and forming a drape. Circa 1950, some stains in the lining and on the top.

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