Original Valentino Fall/Winter 1967 Embellished Panther Tunic Gown

ORIGINAL Valentino Fall/Winter 1967 "Panthea" Gown

✧ Emerald green silk mikado ground with animalier-style roaring black panther print
✧ Panther eyes embellished with emerald-green rhinestones and clear crystal surrounds
✧ Wide rounded bateau neckline with padded trim
✧ Padded welt-style hip pockets 
✧ Floor-length column silhouette

References:
✧ Modeled by Benedetta Barzini, Marisa Berenson, and Veruschka in separate campaigns and editorials
✧ Documented at the Valentino atelier with Mr. Valentino Garavani in 1967
✧ Presented by Giancarlo Giammetti during the Valentino Fall 1967 couture collection showing at The St. Regis New York
✧ A version of this Panthea gown is housed in the Chicago History Museum
✧ The panther print was featured in the André Leon Talley: “Style Is Forever” exhibition

Measurement:
Tagged size: IT 10 (runs very small)
Shoulder width: 16.5'' / 42 cm
Sleeve length: 18.1'' / 46 cm
Bust: 34.6'' / 88 cm
Waist: 31.5'' / 80 cm
Hip: Free
Length: 55.9'' / 142 cm

Condition: Excellent — one faint mark at the upper back, not visible when worn.