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DOYLE NEW YORK TO AUCTION THE MOSAIC FOUNDATION'S WEST LOOKS EAST COLLECTION OF ARAB INSPIRED COUTURE ON NOVEMBER 17, 2005

29 Gowns and Ensembles Donated by the World's Leading Designers

Proceeds of the auction will benefit Mosaic's Tele-Medicine Initiative Linking Children's National Medical Center of Washington, DC to North Africa

Contemporary Couture by Chanel/Karl Lagerfeld, Christian Dior/John Galliano, Christian Lacroix, Dominique Sirop, Donna Karan, Elie Saab, Emanuel Ungaro, Gianfranco Ferre, Giorgio Armani, Jean-Louis Scherrer/Stephane Rolland, Jean Paul Gaultier, Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Rucci, Reem Acra and Valentino, Together with the Designers' Sketches

On Thursday, November 17, 2005 at 10am, Doyle New York will auction the Mosaic Foundation's West Looks East Collection. West Looks East is a unique collection of 29 couture gowns and ensembles graciously donated to the Mosaic Foundation by today's most influential designers. Each look exemplifies the designer's personal homage to the rich historical influences of traditional Arab design on contemporary Western fashion. The design sketch accompanies each lot, providing collectors with the rare opportunity to acquire both facets of the couturier's creation.

Proceeds of the auction will benefit Mosaic's Tele-Medicine Initiative: Linking Children's National Medical Center of Washington, DC to North Africa.

The public is invited to the exhibition on view from Saturday, November 12 through Tuesday, November 15. Doyle is located at 175 East 87th Street in Manhattan.

The West Looks East Collection debuted at the 2005 Annual Benefit Gala of the Mosaic Foundation in Washington, DC on May 12, 2005. Guests were treated to an historic fashion event -- a dramatic runway show of couture daywear and eveningwear donated by Chanel/Karl Lagerfeld, Christian Dior/John Galliano, Christian Lacroix, Dominique Sirop, Donna Karan, Elie Saab, Emanuel Ungaro, Gianfranco Ferre, Giorgio Armani, Jean-Louis Scherrer/Stephane Rolland, Jean Paul Gaultier, Oscar de la Renta, Ralph Rucci, Reem Acra and Valentino.

Doyle New York is delighted to offer these 29 extraordinary designs, together with the designer's sketch. The exhibition and auction offers a rare opportunity for collectors, curators and members of the public to examine and appreciate the sublime artistry and craftsmanship of contemporary couture representing the world's foremost ateliers.

MOSAIC'S TELE-MEDICINE INITIATIVE: LINKING CHILDREN'S NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER (CNMC) TO NORTH AFRICA

The Mosaic's Tele-Medicine Initiative, a project to provide better pediatric healthcare to Moroccan children, has been designed to serve as a model for future projects in the Arab world. CNMC will partner with a Moroccan university hospital to provide up-to-date tele-education programs including nutrition counseling, immunization information, rheumatic fever prevention, emergency medical care, cardiac care, and mother-child health information.

THE MOSAIC FOUNDATION

The Mosaic Foundation, an American, non-profit, charitable and educational organization, was founded in 1998 by the spouses of the Arab Ambassadors to the United States. The foundation, located in Washington, DC, works to improve the lives of women and children globally and toward enhancing understanding of the Arab world in the United States.

 

AUCTION
Thursday, November 17, 2005 at
10am

EXHIBITION
Saturday, November 12, 10am - 5pm
Sunday, November 13, Noon - 5pm
Monday, November 14, 10am - 6pm
Tuesday, November 15, 10am - 5pm

INFORMATION
Clair Watson, 212-427-4141, ext. 603, couture@DoyleNewYork.com

CATALOGUE
Subscriptions Department, 212-427-4141, ext. 257, subscriptions@DoyleNewYork.com
The Internet catalogue will be available in late October.

MEDIA CONTACT
Louis LeB. Webre, Vice President, Marketing and Media, 212-427-4141, ext 232, louis@DoyleNewYork.com
Images and interviews are available upon request.

THE WEST LOOKS EAST COLLECTION





Lot 1
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Couture Embroidered Coat and Gown

French, 2002
Petal pink silk chiffon, the tunic coat densely embroidered overall in vertical stripes of pink and lemon paillettes, zip closure at sleeve cuffs, V-shaped back hem, the spaghetti strap bodice embroidered same to hip, the sheer gored trained skirt with multiple knee height godets, self-lined, size 4, each labeled: Chanel and tape label: 082118;
Together with Vanilla Satin Pumps. Size 9, labeled: Chanel.
And a Chanel Portfolio. Comprising a digital image of annotated and dated design drawing, and Certificate of Authenticity, No. 82120-82118. 8 1/2 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 2
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Couture Embroidered Silk Chiffon Ensemble

French, Spring/Summer 2002, No. 43
Petal pink, the gown embellished with diagonal rows of geometric cut square silver paillettes to knee, sheer full length underlay, embroidered coat, size 4, labeled: Chanel;
Together with Light Pink Satin Pumps. Size 9, labeled: Chanel.
And a Chanel Portfolio. Comprising a digital image of annotated and dated design drawing, and Certificate of Authenticity, No. 82121-82119. 8 1/2 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 3
Galliano for Dior Couture Embroidered Harem Ensemble
French, Fall/Winter 2001
Ruby silk georgette tunic blouse and harem pants, scattered and trimmed with metallic gold floriform pailletes in ethnic motif, unlined, size M, tape label of tunic: Tunique 7/Roos/Flou and pants: 7/Roos;
Together with Accessories. Comprising wing tip brogues in brown patent and snakeskin, size 10, labeled: Christian Dior/Souliers, brown persian lamb hat labeled: 7/Roos.
And a Watercolor and Pencil Design Drawing. Hand written inscription for the Mosaic Foundation, signed and dated. 12 x 18 inches.
Estimate:$3,000-5,000




Lot 4
Galliano for Dior Couture Embroidered Ensemble

French, Spring 2005
The sleeveless, hooded tunic referencing a qamis, muted silver gray silk brocade lampas overprinted in blocks of gold and diagonal ruby stripes to patchwork effect, various random gold and metallic gold silk thread stitches, encrusted borders of circular and ogee metallic gold pailletes, metallic gold thread, faceted gold beads, lined in ticking stripe silk, size L, tape label: Hedwig/palelot 21/Rafaelle, the trousers in plum striped silk twill, multiple applied pockets, fitted flat front and voluminous low crutch leg narrowing at ankles with side zips banded by gold brocade braid, waist 34 inches, tape label: Hedwig/pantelon 21/Rafaelle;
Together with Accessories. Comprising snakeskin flipflops with Dior logo imprint, size 10, olive toweling sweatband embroidered Dior, aviator sunglasses labeled: Christian Dior and black leather remnant.
And a Watercolor and Pencil Design Drawing. Inscribed for the Mosaic Foundation, dated and signed. 12 x 18 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 5
Lacroix Couture Bejeweled Silk Damask Ensemble

French, Spring/Summer 2005
Comprising embroidered polychromatic bolero jacket, strapless embroidered gown with gold lace overlay on red silk bodice, full skirt slit to waist at right to reveal blue ombre sari pants, bustle of indienne style florals and hand painted tulle with metallic embroidered belt, lime green satin cummerbund, size 4/6, labeled: Christian Lacroix/Paris and tape label: 93477;
Together with Fuschia Satin Shoes. Size 10, labeled: Christian Lacroix.
And a Watercolor and Ink Design Drawing. Hand written inscription for the Mosaic Foundation, dated and signed. 8 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 6
Lacroix Couture Black Metallic Gown and Tulle Coat
French, Spring/Summer 2005
The jersey sheath jacquard with silver floral design reembroidered on flared sleeves, the voluminous ruffled black tulle coat with handpainted silver sparkle spatters overall, size 6, labeled: Christian Lacroix/Paris and tape label: 92478;
Together with Black Satin Pumps. Size 11, labeled: Christian Lacroix.
And a Watercolor, Ink and Pencil Design Drawing. Hand written inscription for the Mosaic Foundation, signed and dated. 8 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 7
Dominique Sirop Sterling Silver Embroidered Caftan

French, 2005
Of sheer olive drab woven silk and glass fiber embroidered overall with tossed sprigs, trellis and foliate borders, one size, black silk pleated pants, size 6, two separate Dominique Sirop labels.
Together with a Watercolor, Pencil and Ink Design Drawing. Signed. 12 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 8
Sirop Pink Ombre Embroidered Gown
French
Empire style with silk chiffon overdress slit down center front, shirred and embroidered with silver and clear sequins and pearls at decolletage, raglan sleeve gathered at cuff, mauve sleeveless crepe-back satin underdress, size 4, labeled: Dominique Sirop/Paris.
Together with a Watercolor and Pencil Design Drawing. Unsigned. 8 x11 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 9
Elie Saab Black Lace and Tulle Embroidered Gown
Lebanese, 2005
The spaghetti strap nude silk lined bodice and torso encrusted with hand embroidered petit gold sequins and metallic gold thread in arabesques and foliate motif centering on a medallion at waist, size 4, labeled: Elie Saab/Haute Couture.
Together with a Digital Image of Design Drawing. With applied gold glitter, signed and numbered Art. 3149H, 8 1/4 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 10
Elie Saab Peacock Blue Embroidered Gown
Lebanese, Fall/Winter 2003
Silk chiffon, the torso molded gown with mirrored crystals, metallic gold thread and cutwork embellishment in a tile motif, silk lining, thigh high slit at left, free falling panel at right shoulder, size 4, labeled: Elie Saab/Haute Couture.
Together with a Digital Image of Design Drawing. With applied silver glitter, signed and numbered Art. 3152H. 8 1/4 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 11
Ungaro Couture Silk Embroidered Harem Ensemble

French, Spring/Summer 2002
Pink iridescent blouson with tie neckline, sky blue crepe vest with pearlized paillette, metallic gold sequins, pink silk floss and faux turquoise nugget embroidery, abstract print silk charmeuse harem pants with embroidered cuffs, size 6/8, each labeled: Emanuel Ungaro/Couture and tape label: 4165.16.02.05;
Together with Two-Tone Shoes. Size 9, labeled: Emanuel Ungaro.
And an Ink and Watercolor Design Drawing. Stamped Emanuel Ungaro/Couture. 12 x 16 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 12
Ungaro Couture Embroidered Magenta Pant Ensemble
French, Summer and Fall 2001
Comprising floor length silk taffeta mantle affixed at neck with ethnic chains, pink silk faille lining, chartreuse silk trailing vine motif embroidery, chartreuse silk chiffon sequin embroidered shirt, and leather hipster pants with gold sequin arabesques, size 6, each labeled: Emanuel Ungaro/Couture, blouse tape label 4166.16.02.05, cape tape label 4167 16.02.05.;
Together with Two-Tone Slingback Shoes. Size 39 1/2, labeled: Emanuel Ungaro.
And a Pen and Watercolor Design Drawing. Stamped Emanuel Ungaro/Couture. 12 x 16 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 13
Ferre Black and White Silk Ensemble
Italian, Spring/Summer 1991
Each of various neo Egyptian patterns, comprising a baggy qamis, short boxy jacket with cord applique trim and frog closures, wool and silk jersey knit leggings with zip closure at calf, size 6, each labeled: Gianfranco Ferre/Made in Italy;
Together with Black Satin Pumps. Size 10, labeled: Ferre, and five resin bangles marked Ferre.
And a Digital Image of Signed Design Drawing. 8 1/2 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 14
Ferre Raspberry Washed Silk Cadi Robe
Italian, Spring/Summer 1991
The voluminous robe of circular construction, folded in half along horizontal axis thereby inserting the sleeves on under side through arm slits on outer, plum fringed sash with gold lurex stripes, one size, labeled: Ferre, opposite side, one size, unlabeled.
Together with a Digital Image of Signed Design Drawing. 8 1/2 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 15
Armani Charcoal and Beige Embroidered Pant Suit
Italian, Spring/Summer 1994
Medallion and floral print embroidered with clear paillettes, bronze metallic seed beads, beige silk floss, creme chiffon backing and chiffon lining, tunic style jacket, pleated pyjama pants, size 6, separate Giorgio Armani labels, labeled: Vestimenta S.P.A./Giacca 615306/221A.
Together with a Digital Image of Signed Design Drawing. 9 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 16
Armani Charcoal Gray Chiffon Embroidered Ensemble
Italian, Spring/Summer 1994
The foliate and vermiculate print embroidered with clear paillettes, bronze metallic seed beads, and beige silk floss, comprising a strapless empire tunic overdress slit at each side to waist with cutout bra bodice, a halter strap bra bolero and organza pleated pants, size 4/6, two separate Giorgio Armani labels included, pants labeled: Giorgio Armani, overdress paper label: Modello 615302, bolero paper label: 615301.
Together with a Digital Image of Signed Design Drawing. 9 x 12 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 17
Stephane Rolland for Jean-Louis Scherrer Black Silk Chiffon Bisht
French, Spring/Summer 2005
The robe trimmed with hand embroidered metallic silver thread and crystal rhinestone applied border at neckline and arm slits, one size, labeled: Scherrer/Haute Couture/ 0002444.
Together with a Watercolor, Marker and Pencil Design Drawing. Signed and dated. 12 x 16 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 18
Stephane Rolland for Jean-Louis Scherrer Embroidered Caftan
French, Spring/Summer 2005
Black and white mosaic print silk charmeuse satin with two inch wide densely embroidered trim of faux turquoise, pearls and jet and rhinestone beads, size M, labeled: Scherrer/Haute Couture/0002445.
Together with Watercolor Marker and Pencil Design Drawing. Signed and dated. 12 x 16 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 19
Stephane Rolland for Jean-Louis Scherrer Gentleman's Black Bisht
French, Spring/Summer 2005
Silk gauze robe with applied border of metallic silver thread and faceted crystal rhinestones in a geometric motif around neckline and arm slits, one size, self-lined, labeled: Scherrer/Haute Couture/0002443.
Together with a Watercolor, Marker and Pencil Design Drawing. Signed and dated, 12 x 16 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 20
Oscar de la Renta Embroidered Abaya
American, Spring 2005
Aqua green changeante silk taffeta with gold, copper and bronze silk floss embroidery in a Turkish inspired motif, blouson back, gilt-metal buttons inset with coral and crystal beads down center front, size 8, labeled: Oscar de la Renta.
Together with a Watercolor and Pen Design Drawing. Signed. 8 1/2 x 11 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 21
Valentino Couture Silk Gold Lame Brocade Suit
Italian, Fall/Winter 1991
Polychrome mosaic pattern, the jacket with curvilinear closure, gilt-metal enamel quatrefoil buttons, slim short skirt with self belt, nude organza shell hand painted in concentric mosaics embroidered with pearlized irregular pailletes in like colors, size 4, each labeled: Valentino/Couture;
Together with Metallic Gold and Bronze T-Strap Shoes. Size 10, labeled: Renaud Pellegrino.
And a Digital Image of Signed Design Drawing. 8 1/2 x 11 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 22
Jean Paul Gaultier Lame Ensemble
French
Comprising a platinum mermaid dress molded to knee height, architectural fan pleat trained hem with layers of petticoat, one of lame covered crinoline, eight of tulle, and a voluminous bias gold lame hooded cloak, size 4, each labeled: Gaultier/Paris;
Together with Tribalistic Silver Metal Disc and Prong Double Necklace and Large Hoop Earrings. Each labeled: Gaultier.
And a Digital Image of the Design Drawing. Signed. 11 3/4 x 16 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 23
Jean Paul Gaultier Perforated Leather Gown and Bag
French, Fall/Winter 2002
Metallic gold, the sleeveless design molded through torso and flared from knee, fringe trim, size 4, labeled: Gaultier.
Together with Matching Fringed Shoulder Bag. 11 1/2 x 13 inches.
And a Digital Image of Design Drawing. Signed. 12 x 16 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 24
Ralph Rucci Aubergine Curled Ostrich Feather Ensemble
American, Created for Mosaic, 2005
The short kimono sleeve jacket lined in aubergine silk taffeta, the short dress of three layers of silk chiffon, the overlay embroidered with silk Moresque motif, the underlay with protruding hem of feathers, braid belt at waist, size 4, the dress labeled: Chado/Ralph Rucci, the jacket unlabeled;
Together with Chocolate Satin Single Strap High Heeled Sandals. Size 10, labeled: Manolo Blahnik.
And a Watercolor Marker and Pen Design Drawing. Hand written inscription to Mosaic Foundation, description of design, signed and dated. 11 x 8 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 25
Ralph Rucci Couture Black Velvet Caftan
American, Created for Mosaic, 2005
Scatter embroidery of gray faux pearls, nine inch wide cuff densely embroidered with amethyst colored faceted spinels, full length oxblood to black ombre silk chiffon insert at back, one size, labeled: Chado/Ralph Rucci;
Together with Black Single Strap Mules. With clear plastic band vamp, size 10, labeled: Manolo Blahnik.
And a Watercolor Marker and Pen Design Drawing. Hand written inscription to Mosaic Foundation, description of design, signed and dated. 11 x 8 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 26
Ralph Rucci Couture Black Silk Tulle and Gold Ensemble
American, Created for Mosaic, 2005
Comprising aba inspired coat, tunic and pants, each hand embroidered with petit 18Kt. gold paillettes and gold bouillon in sinuous vinery motif, size XL, each labeled: Chado/Ralph Rucci;
Together with Black Single Strap Mules. With clear plastic vamp band, size 39 1/2, labeled: Manolo Blahnik
And a Watercolor Marker and Pen Design Drawing. Hand written inscription to Mosaic Foundation and description of design, signed and dated. 11 x 8 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 27
Donna Karan Metallic Antique Gold Tissue-Dusted Gown
American, Made for Mosaic, 2005
Draped silk jersey, stay stitched bodice and torso, slender skirt with slit at right side, free falling swathe from left shoulder, the whole accented with thin khaki and metallic gold ribbon, khaki lining, size 4;
Together with High Strap Sandals. Size 10, each labeled: Donna Karan/New York.
And a Watercolor Design Drawing. Signed and dated. 12 x 18 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 28
Reem Acra Metallic Gold Embroidered Gown
Lebanese American, Spring/Summer 2005
Pale pink silk organza, princess design with camisole bodice, trailing vine motif embroidery, self lining, mauve pink silk slip, size 6, labeled: Reem Acra/New York.
Together with a Watercolor, Pencil and Pen Design Drawing. Signed. 8 1/2 x 14 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000




Lot 29
Reem Acra Metallic Gold Embroidered Coatdress Ensemble
Lebanese American, Spring/Summer 2005
Unlined burgundy tulle embroidered overall in an elaborate floral design with borders accented with crystals and faux ruby beads, long sleeve, nehru collar, hook and eye closure down center front to hip height then cutaway center front skirt to reveal silk charmeuse pyjama pants, size 6, each labeled: Reem Acra/New York.
Together with a Watercolor, Pencil and Pen Design Drawing. Signed. 8 1/2 x 14 inches.
Estimate: $3,000-5,000