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EXQUISITE VINTAGE BEN KAHN PALE/PEARL MINK SWING COAT — CIRCA 1960sBeautiful vintage Ben Kahn genuine mink coat in an exceptionally attractive pale ivory/champagne/pearl shade.This is a particularly elegant example of the more fashion-forward mink silhouettes Ben Kahn was known for during the 1960s. Contemporary fashion coverage from the period documents Kahn’s use of light mink with dramatic circular and swinging silhouettes, making this coat’s softly flared shape especially characteristic of the era. DETAILS• Designer: Ben Kahn
• Era: Approximately late 1960s / 1960s vintage
• Fur: Genuine mink
• Color: Pale ivory / champagne / pearl blonde
• Style: Swing / softly flared coat
• Length: Approximately 37 inches
• Collar: Wide, luxurious shawl/cowl-style mink collar
• Sleeves: Full length
• Lining: Beautiful satin/silk-type lining with decorative embroidered detailing
• Pockets: each side The coat has a beautiful flowing silhouette rather than the boxy shape of many traditional vintage mink coats. The pale fur, wide collar and softly swinging body give it a very elegant late-1960s appearance.CONDITIONPristine vintage condition for its age.The mink presents beautifully with dense, soft, even fur and a lovely natural sheen. Based on a careful visual examination, there are no bald spots, fur loss, stains, or exterior damage. The interior lining is also exceptionally attractive and well preserved for a vintage garment, with decorative embroidered detailing.This fur is in PRISTINE condition.
It was my grandmother‘s coat and I have had it since 1986 when she died. I was 17. She left it to me because she knew I loved it so much and I have cherished having it close to me all these years. It was a gift to her from my grandfather, who had it made for her in New York City in the early 60’s. I live in Tennessee, which does not have cold weather, so I have never worn it.This coat is considered a small to medium.Measurements:
Length from shoulder to hem: 37”
With from shoulder to shoulder: 20”
Armpit to armpit: 20”
Sleeve from shoulder to shoulder: 24”
Swing hem width: 36”
