A 'Ceres' costume, of olive green crepe and gold lame, applique with simulated ears of wheat, comprising two long flowing capes with plaited detailing at the collar, and a smaller structured cape, circa 1937; and a dress of gold lame, applique with simulated leaves at the low neckline, and a pair of structured wings densely embroidered with gold and copper-coloured sequins, 1930's (6)

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A 'Ceres' costume, of olive green crepe and gold lame, applique with simulated ears of wheat, comprising two long flowing capes with plaited detailing at the collar, and a smaller structured cape, circa 1937; and a dress of gold lame, applique with simulated leaves at the low neckline, and a pair of structured wings densely embroidered with gold and copper-coloured sequins, 1930's (6)

Lot Essay

Probably 'Ceres', for 'The Planets', Bal Tabarin, 1937.
An associated skirt to the first costume can be seen in 'Erte's Theatrical Costumes in full colour', New York, 1979, p.34

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