'Icons and Idols Fashion' 11/2013 Dessins Costumes & autres
Lot 398: Travilla Marilyn Monroe Print
A framed print from a costume sketch done by William Travilla showing Marilyn Monroe in the red embellished gown that he designed and she wore in the film River of No Return (20th Century, 1954). Not examined outside of frame.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
22 inches, overall
Estimate: $200 - 400
Lot 401:Travilla Marilyn Monroe Print
A framed print from a costume sketch done by William Travilla of Marilyn Monroe in the famous white pleated dress that he designed and she wore in the film The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955). Not examined outside of frame.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
27 by 22 inches, overall
Estimate: $400 - 600
Lot 402: Marilyn Monroe Costume Print
A blown-up giclée print from an original costume sketch by William Travilla featuring Marilyn Monroe in the famous white pleated dress she wore in the film The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955).
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
35 by 25 inches
Estimate: $800 - 1 200
Lot 406: Travilla Marilyn Monroe Prints
A group of three framed prints of Marilyn Monroe from costume sketches by William Travilla for the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953), including a print of the famous carnation pink dress designed by Travilla and worn by Monroe during her performance of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend." Not examined outside of frame.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
27 by 22 inches, overall
Estimate: $800 - 1 200
Lot 407: Travilla Marilyn Monroe Prints
A group of four framed prints of Marilyn Monroe from costume sketches by William Travilla for the film There's No Business Like Show Business (20th Century, 1954), including a print of the costume designed by Travilla and worn by Monroe during her famous performance of "Heat Wave." Not examined outside of frame.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
27 by 22 inches, overall
Estimate: $800 - 1 200
Lot 408: Marilyn Monroe Costume Print
A blown-up giclée print of an original costume sketch by William Travilla featuring Marilyn Monroe in her famous "Heat Wave" scene from the film There's No Business Like Show Business (20th Century, 1954).
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
35 by 26 inches
Estimate: $300 - 500
Lot 409: Marilyn Monroe Costume Print
An off-set lithograph print from an original costume sketch by William Travilla featuring Marilyn Monroe in the carnation pink dress she wore for her famous performance of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" in the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953).
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $50 - 100
Lot 415: Marilyn Monroe Costume Print
A mixed media on board sketch of a Travilla gown. The model resembles Marilyn Monroe and is wearing a gown similar to one William Travilla designed for Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953).
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $500 - 700
Lot 416: Marilyn Monroe Costume Print
A mixed media on board sketch of a Travilla gown. The model resembles Marilyn Monroe and is wearing a gown similar to one William Travilla designed for Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953).
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $500 - 700
Lot 420: Marilyn Monroe TNBLSB Costume Sketch
A mixed media on board "Tropical Heatwave" costume sketch of Marilyn Monroe for the film There's No Business Like Show Business (20th Century, 1954) by William Travilla. Travilla received an Oscar nomination for outstanding achievement in Color Costume Design for his work on this film. The sketch is featured on page 472 of Deborah Nadoolman Landis' book Hollywood Sketchbook : A Century of Costume Illustration . The sketch is mounted to an additional board.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $5 000 - 7 000
Lot 421: Marilyn Monroe TNBLSB Costume Sketch
A mixed media on board costume sketch of Marilyn Monroe for the film There's No Business Like Show Business (20th Century, 1954) by William Travilla. Travilla received an Oscar nomination for outstanding achievement in Color Costume Design for his work on this film. The sketch is featured on the cover and page 473 of Deborah Nadoolman Landis' book Hollywood Sketchbook : A Century of Costume Illustration .
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $4 000 - 6 000 
Lot 424: Marilyn Monroe GPB Costume Sketch
A mixed media on board costume sketch of Marilyn Monroe in a gold pleated dress for the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953) by William Travilla.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $6 000 - 8 000 
Lot 425: Marilyn Monroe GPB Costume Sketch
A mixed media on board costume sketch of Marilyn Monroe in a gold pleated dress for the film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953) by William Travilla. The board is mounted to an additional piece of board.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $6 000 - 8 000 
Lot 443: Marilyn Monroe SYI Costume Sketch
A mixed media Travilla costume sketch of Marilyn Monroe from the iconic subway scene for the film The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955). The sketch is featured on page 19 of Deborah Nadoolman Landis' book Hollywood Sketchbook : A Century of Costume Illustration . The sketch has been mounted to an additional board.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
20 by 15 inches
Estimate: $8 000 - 10 000 
Lot 418: Marilyn Monroe Wardrobe Images and Clippings
A group of Marilyn Monroe images, publicity still, and clippings, including eight black and white wardrobe test images from four Monroe films. Two appear to be original key book images with three-hole punches, two show Monroe with William Travilla; one is a black and white publicity still from How to Marry a Millionaire (20th Century, 1953); there are four image copies of Monroe; and a group of mostly foreign magazine clippings.
Most, 8 by 10 inches
Estimate: $600 - 800 
Lot 417: Marilyn Monroe Candid Photograph
An original vintage black and white candid image of Marilyn Monroe, William Travilla, and an unidentified man circa 1955. The image shows Monroe laughing at a table with the two men at a restaurant or club. According to the estate, when this photograph was previously printed the third unidentified man was cropped from the image because he is black.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
5 by 7 inches
Estimate: $300 - 400
Lot 397: Travilla Nude Marilyn Monroe Blow-Up Poster
A colossal seven-and-a-half-foot blow-up poster of the iconic Marilyn Monroe photograph showing her posed nude on red velvet, taken by Tom Kelley in 1949. Titled "A New Wrinkle," the image was famously used in the first issue of Playboy . This blow-up comes from the estate of William Travilla, Monroe's costume designer, and was created from an original photograph inscribed to Travilla "To Billy, my love- Please dress me forever, I love You, Marilyn Monroe." Also includes a vintage 20 by 15 inch photographic reprint of the same image. Not examined outside of frame.
Estimate: $400 - 800
Lot 399: Marilyn Monroe Related Travilla Books
A group of three books relating to Marilyn Monroe owned by William Travilla. The first book is The Marilyn Encyclopedia by Adam Victor (Peter Mayer Publishers, Inc.). The second book is The Last Sitting by Bert Stern (Italy, Mondadori). The third book is LIFE Goes to the Movies (Time-Life Books) with an image of Monroe on the cover. Accompanied by a German scrapbook with clippings of Monroe.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
Sizes vary
Estimate: $50 - 100
Lot 400: Travilla Marilyn Monroe Thermometer
A painted metal thermometer from William Travilla's personal collection, with a decal image showing Marilyn Monroe in her famous scene from The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955) framed by the phrase "Some Like It Hot." Produced by Nostalgia Lane Inc.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
39 by 8 inches
Estimate: $100 - 200
Lot 419: There's no business like show business
Academy Award plaque
A Certificate of Academy Award nomination presented to Charles LeMaire, Travilla, and Miles White for outstanding achievement in Color Costume Design for There's No Business Like Show Business (20th Century, 1953). Signed by Charles Brackett , then president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
13 3/4 by 12 inches
Estimate: $3 000 - 5 000
Lot 438: How to marry a millionaire
Academy Award plaque
A Certificate of Academy Award nomination presented to Charles LeMaire and Travilla for outstanding achievement in Color Costume Design for How to Marry a Millionaire (20th Century, 1953). Signed by Charles Brackett, then president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
13 3/4 by 12 inches
Estimate: $3 000 - 5 000
'Icons and Idols Fashion' 11/2013 Robes & Gants
Lot 403: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Gown
A Travilla white satin sunburst pleated halter gown inspired by the iconic gown Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The gown has rhinestone, bead, and artificial pearl embellishment to the plunging neckline. A label reads "Travilla." Size 6.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
Estimate: $400 - 600
Lot 404: Marilyn Monroe Inspired Travilla Gown
A shimmering ivory Travilla pleated gown circa 1980s inspired by the iconic gowns he designed for Marilyn Monroe. The gown has a square halter neckline and piping to the waistline with a rosette embellished with white rhinestones. There are a Travilla label and a hang tag. Size 6.
PROVENANCE From the Estate of William Travilla
Estimate: $400 - 600
Lot 405: Marilyn Monroe Inspired Pleated and Beaded Gown
A white pleated silk chiffon Travilla gown inspired by the gowns he designed for Marilyn Monroe. The halter neck gown has a set-in waist embellished with bands of silver beads and flower-shaped crystals.
Estimate: $400 - 600
Lot 410:Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Gown
A burnt orange satin sunburst pleated halter gown circa 1970s inspired by the iconic gown Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The gown has a bow embellishment to the plunging halter neckline, mesh lining to the bodice, and some hand finished work. No label or size present. Possibly used as an unidentified costume.
Estimate: $500 - 700
Lot 411:Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Gown
A crystal pleated gold lamé Travilla gown inspired by creations he designed for Marilyn Monroe. The gown has a crisscross bodice with spaghetti straps and slender-fitting skirt. There is a Travilla label. Size 6.
Estimate: $400 - 600
Lot 412: Marilyn Monroe Inspired Travilla Blue Gown
A baby blue Travilla gown circa 1980s inspired by the iconic gowns he designed for Marilyn Monroe. The sunburst pleated halter gown has a circular ring at the raised waistline with a teardrop rhinestone set in metal dangling in the center. There is a Travilla label. Size 6. Accompanied by a matching stole.
Estimate: $400 - 600
Lot 413: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Travilla Gown
A Travilla vermilion chiffon fitted gown circa 1980s inspired by a gown Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The ruched gown has a petal-like ruffle front, spaghetti halter straps, center front slit, center front zip, and three tiers of petal-like ruffles to the hem. There is a Travilla label. Size 8. Throughout his fashion career, Travilla would reference past costume designs he created for Monroe and many other Hollywood starlets. Accompanied by a copy of the film.
Estimate: $600 - 800
Lot 414: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Gown
A Travilla kelly green chiffon fitted gown circa 1980s inspired by a gown Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The ruched gown has a petal-like ruffle front, spaghetti halter straps, center front slit, center front zip, and three tiers of petal-like ruffles to the hem. There is a Travilla label. Size 6. Throughout his fashion career, Travilla would reference past costume designs he created for Monroe and many other Hollywood starlets.
Estimate: $600 - 800
Lot 423: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Gown
A Travilla gold lamé sunburst pleated halter gown inspired by the iconic gown Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The gown has a bow embellishment to the plunging neckline, under wiring near the bust to hold the dress in place, sheer black lining and a back zipper. The halter neck has added fabric with a Velcro closure. A label reads "Travilla." The size label has been removed. Photo credit: Getty Images
Estimate: $2 000 - 4 000
Lot 426: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Travilla Reproduction Gown
A scarlet red embellished crepe gown designed by Travilla and inspired by the iconic gowns Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The figure-hugging gown has a plunging V neckline with a center front nude illusion panel, small clear red paillettes in a vermicelli pattern throughout, a high slit to the left leg, a rhinestone necklace sewn to the neckline, a large rhinestone brooch to the slit, and breast pads. The gown has a label that reads "Travilla." Size 6. "CT" is inscribed on the back of the "professional dry clean only" label. Photo credit: Getty images
Estimate: $8 000 - 10 000
Lot 431: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Gown
A Travilla salmon pink chiffon fitted gown inspired by a gown Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The ruched gown has a petal-like ruffle front, spaghetti halter straps, center front slit, center front zip, and three tiers of petal-like ruffles to the hem. Label and size removed. Throughout his fashion career, Travilla would reference past costume designs he created for Monroe and many other Hollywood starlets. Accompanied by a matching chiffon stole.
Estimate: $600 - 800
Lot 432: Marilyn Monroe Inspired Travilla Gown and Fox Stole
A white satin gown and fox fur stole designed by Travilla and inspired by a gown he originally designed for Marilyn Monroe's personal appearances. Monroe wore the original gown to gossip columnist Walter Winchell's birthday party at Ciro's on May 13, 1953. The strapless gown has boning to the bodice, a separate belt, a slender-fitting trained skirt with a half bow to the right side. No labels or size present. Accompanied by a fox fur trimmed stole with a silk satin lining, hook and eye closure, and a Travilla label. Photo credit; Getty Images
Estimate: $10 00 - 20 000
Lot 433: Marilyn Monroe "Diamonds are the girl's best friend" Inspired Gown
A carnation pink satin gown designed by Travilla and inspired by the iconic gown Marilyn Monroe wore while performing "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). The strapless figure-hugging gown is belted at the waist and has a large bow to the back. Accompanied by a copy of the film.
Estimate: $10 000 - 20 000
Lot 434: Marilyn Monroe / Andy Warhol Lavender Tribute Dress
A lavender Travilla tribute dress honoring Marilyn Monroe and Andy Warhol. The sheer crepe sunburst pleated halter dress was inspired by the white dress Monroe made famous in The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955) and attributed by the Travilla estate as being re-created for an Andy Warhol memorial service at The Beverly Hilton in the colors of his iconic "Marilyn" silkscreen images. A label reads "Travilla." No size present.
Estimate: $4 000 - 6 000
Lot 435: Marilyn Monroe / Andy Warhol Green Tribute Dress
A pale green Travilla tribute dress honoring Marilyn Monroe and Andy Warhol. The sheer crepe sunburst pleated halter dress was inspired by the white dress Monroe made famous in The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955) and attributed by the Travilla estate as being re-created for an Andy Warhol memorial service at The Beverly Hilton in the colors of his iconic "Marilyn" silkscreen images. A label reads "Travilla." Size 6.
Estimate: $4 000 - 6 000
Lot 436: Marilyn Monroe / Andy Warhol Pink Tribute Dress
A petal pink Travilla tribute dress honoring Marilyn Monroe and Andy Warhol. The sheer crepe sunburst pleated halter dress was inspired by the white dress Monroe made famous in The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955) and attributed by the Travilla estate as being re-created for an Andy Warhol memorial service at The Beverly Hilton in the colors of his iconic "Marilyn" silkscreen images. A label reads "Travilla." Size 6. "TA" is written on the back of the "professional dry clean only" label.
Estimate: $4 000 - 6 000
Lot 437: Marilyn Monroe / Andy Warhol Blue Tribute Dress
A powder blue Travilla tribute dress honoring Marilyn Monroe and Andy Warhol. The sheer crepe sunburst pleated halter dress was inspired by the white dress Monroe made famous in The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955) and attributed by the Travilla estate as being re-created for an Andy Warhol memorial service at The Beverly Hilton in the colors of his iconic "Marilyn" silkscreen images. No label or size present.
Estimate: $4 000 - 6 000
Lot 438: Betty Grable How to marry a millionaire Dress
A chocolate silk dress worn by Betty Grable as Loco Dempsey in How to Marry a Millionaire (20th Century, 1953). Grable appeared with Marilyn Monroe and Lauren Bacall in this film about three New York models trying to land rich husbands. The bodice is fitted with three-quarter sleeves and a floating back yoke. The full skirt is pleated. The dress has hand finished work to the interior, hidden zip and snap closure to the front, and a bias label that reads "1-27-1-7958-A705-23 Betty Grable." William Travilla received an Oscar nomination for outstanding achievement in Color Costume Design for his work on this film. Accompanied by a copy of the film.
Estimate: $1 000 - 2 000
Lot 439: Marilyn Monroe How to marry a millionaire Inspired Gown
A magenta satin gown designed by Travilla and inspired by the iconic gown he originally designed for Marilyn Monroe in How to Marry a Millionaire (20th Century, 1953). The figure-hugging gown has a boned bodice with an asymmetrical strap and waistband embellished with sequins and a straight skirt with a draped panel to the left side. A label reads "Travilla." No size present. Travilla received an Oscar nomination for outstanding achievement in Color Costume Design for his work on this film. Accompanied by a copy of the film. Photo credit: Getty Images
Estimate: $10 000 - 20 000
Lot 440: Marilyn Monroe The Seven Year Itch Inspired Travilla Gown
An ivory ankle-length sunburst pleated crepe halter gown designed by Travilla and inspired by the iconic dress Travilla designed for Marilyn Monroe for the famous subway scene in The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955). The gown is labeled "Travilla." The size label has been removed. Accompanied by a black and white wardrobe test shot of Monroe in the original dress and a copy of the film.
Estimate: $20 000 - 30 000
Lot 422: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Fashion Pattern
A Travilla fashion pattern with a cutters must form inspired by the iconic gold lamé gown designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). Travilla often used Monroe inspired gowns for the grand finale in his fashion shows.
Estimate: $1 000 - 2 000
Lot 427: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Fashion Pattern
A Travilla fashion pattern with a cutters must form inspired by the scarlet red embellished crepe gowns designed for Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). Travilla often used Monroe inspired gowns for the grand finale in his fashion shows.
Estimate: $800 - 1 000
Lot 428: Marilyn Monroe How to Marry a Millionaire Inspired Fashion Pattern
A Travilla fashion pattern with a cutters must form inspired by the magenta satin gown designed for Marilyn Monroe in How to Marry a Millionaire (20th Century, 1953). Travilla often used Monroe inspired gowns for the grand finale in his fashion shows.
Estimate: $800 - 1 000
Lot 429: Marilyn Monroe "Diamonds are the girl's best friend"
Inspired Fashion Pattern
A Travilla fashion pattern with a cutters must form inspired by the carnation pink satin gown designed for Marilyn Monroe for the performance of "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). Travilla often used Monroe inspired gowns for the grand finale in his fashion shows.
Estimate: $800 - 1 000
Lot 430: Marilyn Monroe Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Inspired Fashion Pattern
A Travilla fashion pattern with a cutters must form inspired by a gown designed for Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (20th Century, 1953). Travilla often used Monroe inspired gowns for the grand finale in his fashion shows.
Estimate: $800 - 1 000
Lot 442: Marilyn Monroe The Seven Year Itch Inspired Fashion Pattern
A Travilla fashion pattern with a cutters must form inspired by the iconic halter dress designed for Marilyn Monroe for the famous subway scene in The Seven Year Itch (20th Century, 1955). Travilla often used Monroe inspired gowns for the grand finale in his fashion shows.
Estimate: $1 000 - 2 000
