Lot 360: A HAND-EMBELLISHED SILK SHANTUNG TUNIC DRESS, LATE 1960S - EARLY 1970S

A short-sleeved tunic-style mini dress constructed from cream-coloured silk shantung. The garment features a round neckline and voluminous puff sleeves that are gathered at the shoulder and cuffs. The front is extensively decorated with hand-worked Zardosi-style embroidery using metallic gold-tone bouillon threads, complemented by multi-coloured beadwork in shades of teal, magenta, forest green, and white. The decorative motifs include large central medallions, teardrop shapes, and paisley patterns. Vibrant silk appliqué panels in magenta and bright blue are featured on the bodice and at the hemline. The lower edge is finished with a border of multi-coloured floral beadwork. A keyhole slit is located at the centre back of the neckline.

L: 118cm