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Munich, 25 June 2019
Press Release
Auction Vintage Culture
Auction Vintage Culture – Classic Cars (page 7)
Auction: Mon 15 July 2019, 4pm; Viewing Days: Friday 12 to Sunday 14 July
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture, 1988 Estimate € 6,500 – 6,700
Auction Vintage Culture
– from Haute Couture to Generation Z
"Just as in art, rarity, beauty and provenance also count in vintage fashion", the German
weekly „Die Zeit“, wrote in 2011 recognising the trend towards historic fashion and the grow-
ing vintage market. NEUMEISTER Fine Art Auctioneers has played a pioneering role in this
area, with owner Katrin Stoll initiating the house‘s first vintage auction as far back as 2009 -
with more auctions following suit.
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To mark the series’ tenth anniversary in 2019, NEUMEISTER is planning another specially
curated vintage auction: "It will be even more exclusive, with even better quality pieces and a
broader scope; offering not only haute couture and prêt-à-porter fashion and accessories but
also vintage photography, classic cars as well as rare gentlemen‘s vintage watches, under
the motto ‘From Haute Couture to Generation Z’. We have succeeded in bringing together
a number of outstanding pieces from international collections to create a first-class spectrum
of vintage highlights," explains auctioneer and NEUMEISTER owner Katrin Stoll.
Haute couture specialist and curator Peter Kempe ensures that positively no “thrift store”
fashion will be accepted. The consignments he has accepted encompass only vintage haute
couture, prêt-à-porter key looks and luxury accessories. Kempe has excellent connections to
the Paris fashion scene as well as top-class vintage collectors.
Kempe is thrilled,“by the timelessness and exceptional quality of the material and craftsman-
ship of all the pieces”. Above all, sustainability, the unique stories behind many pieces and
the creative combination of new fashion and vintage pieces motivated Katrin Stoll and Peter
Kempe to put together this auction.
Forming the heart of the auction, NEUMEISTER is pleased to offer several extraordinary
pieces from the collection of haute couture collector and dealer Didier Ludot, who has been
active for 45 years, at the Palais Royal in Paris. The collection includes some exquisite de-
signs by Yves Saint Laurent, Coco Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé and Chanel. In addi-
tion to Hermès classics such as Kelly and Birkin bags, the auction is also enriched by some
exciting rarities for connoisseurs – in particular some rare Hermès bags produced in their
studios over the last sixty years. Kempe also succeeded in amassing a veritable cornucopia
of coveted silk scarves and leather accessories in Paris, which from 12 July onwards, can be
marvelled at during the viewing days, together with luggage by Goyard and Louis Vuitton,
handbags by Céline, Balenciaga and Chanel, as well as fashion jewellery by haute couture
and prêt-a-porter designers.
Creations by Lacroix, Balmain and Alaïa as well as rare custom-made Hermès bags, such as
the world-famous Kelly Bag have been consigned from Monika Gottlieb in Düsseldorf, Ger-
many's top vintage couture collector.
Haute couture masterpieces by Cristobal Balenciaga, Christian Dior and Hubert de Givenchy
offer a veritable journey through last sixty years of fashion history. A wide range of creations
by Yves Saint Laurent, Karl Lagerfeld and John Galliano can all be (re)discovered. Yet an-
other accent of this auction emphasises creations by Japanese designers Yōji Yamamoto,
Rei Kawakubo and Issey Miyake.
NEUMEISTER and Peter Kempe have succeeded in putting together a portfolio that offers,
for the first time in Germany, rarely traded pieces directly from the designers‘ environment.
Bringing further variety, the auction also features contemporary trends and fashions, fashion
drawings from the likes of René Gruau, Mats Gustafson and Roger Vivier (amongst others)
as well as vintage and fashion photography.
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The range of items, from entry-level pieces for keen vintage collectors to haute couture de-
signs of international museum standing, clearly marks this auction as one of the 2019 auction
calendar’s highlights.
NEUMEISTER is set to auction circa 350 rare and extraordinary items of clothing and acces-
sories made between 1955 and 2009. The selection ranges from Chanel Haute Couture ear-
clips by Karl Lagerfeld (estimate € 250 - 350), Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Ensemble
(estimate € 600 - 700) and Hermès Birkin Bag special production 2007 (estimate € 8,000 -
10,000) to the cocktail ensemble by Cristobal Balenciaga from 1958 (estimate € 5,000 -
6,000).
Photos
High resolution pictures of this press release can be downloaded via the following
link:
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Please use the Copyright NEUMEISTER / Michael Leis
For any further enquiries and information on other lots please kindly refer to
Bernd Degner
NEUMEISTER Media Relations
+49 (0)89 23 17 10-50
Peter Kempe
Curator Vintage Culture NEUMEISTER
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Selected Lots
Chanel Haute Couture 1974/1975 Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture 1963/65 Estimate € 3,800 – 4,000 Estimate € 4,000 – 4,200
Hermès, Paris, „Sac à dépêches“ Christian Dior Haute Couture 1956 Estimate € 1,900 – 2,000 Estimate € 3,000 – 4,000
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Index of further images downloadable via this link: https://we.tl/t-G5Y45a4o4k
Image 06 Karl Lagerfeld Chanel Haute Couture 1988 Estimate € 4,800 – 5,000 Image 07 Vintage Culture Curator Peter Kempe with (left, yellow/black) Karl Lagerfeld Chanel Boutique 1992 Estimate € 1,280 – 1,300 and Karl Lagerfeld Chanel Boutique 1995 (right, rouge) Estimate € 1,500 – 1,600 Image 08 Karl Lagerfeld Chanel Boutique 1992 Estimate € 1,280 – 1,300 Image 09 Karl Lagerfeld Chanel Boutique 1995 Estimate € 1,500 – 1,600 Image 10 Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture Coat (left) 1963/1965 Estimate € 4,000 – 4,200 and Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture Cocktailen Set 1958 (right) Estimate € 5,000 – 5,200
Image 11 Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture 1958 Cocktail Set Estimate € 5,000 – 5,200 Image 12 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1984 (left) Estimate € 480 – 500 and Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1978 Estimate € 680 – 700 Image 13 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1984 Estimate € 480 – 500 Images 14 and 15 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1978 Estimate € 680 – 700 Images 16 and 17 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Set 1978 Estimate € 1,200 – 1,300 Images 18, 19 and 20 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 1974 each estimated € 600 – 800 Image 21 Lanvin Haute Couture 1970 Estimate € 1,900 – 2,000
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NEUMEISTER Münchener Kunstauktionshaus was founded in 1958. The family business is
run by Katrin Stoll as the managing partner for the second generation. Every year, NEUMEIS-
TER puts together roughly eight auctions of international scope. The auctions feature Old Mas-
ters, Fine Art, Modern and Contemporary Art, European Decorative Arts, Jewellery and
Watches, amongst other disciplines. In addition, there are highly regarded special auctions on
various topics, with which NEUMEISTER has made a special name - not least because of this it
is one of the leading auction houses in Germany.
Further Auctions in 2019
2/3 July 2019
Old Masters & Jewellery
Preview Thursday 27 June to Monday 1 July
3 July 2019 Special Sale
“Sammlung Meletta – Art & Interieurs”
Preview Thursday 27 June to Monday 1 July
15 July 2019
Special Sale “Vintage Culture – From Haute
Couture to Generation Z“
including 4 Classic Cars”
Preview Friday 12 to Sunday 14 July
24/25 September 2019
Old Masters & Jewellery
Preview Thursday 19 to Monday 23 Sept
3/4 December 2019
Old Masters & Jewellery
Preview Thursday 28 Nov to Mon 2 Dec
6 December 2019
Modern Art, Post War & Contemporary Art
Preview Thursday 28 Nov to Mon 2. Dec
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Munich, 25 June 2019
Presse Release
NEUMEISTER Special Auction „Vintage Culture – From Haute Couture to Generation Z“
Classic Cars Auction: Monday, 15 July 2019, 4pm; Viewing Days: Friday 12 until Sunday 14 July
Volkswagen Typ 2 T2, Westfalia Camper Van, year built 1972, first registered 1973 Lot 74, estimate € 28,000 – 30,000
Austin-Healey Sprite MKI (Frogeye) Roadster, four cylinder, 1,256 ccm engine
capacity year built/first registered 1958
Lot 38, estimate € 25,000 – 30,000
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TER) via this link:
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Mercedes Benz Typ 170 V W 136 series, 2-door convertible, four cylinder, 1,697 ccm engine capacity Year built 1941 Lot 5, estimate € 120,000 – 140,000
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Mercedes Benz Typ 170 V W 136 series, 2-door convertible, four cylinder, 1,697 ccm engine capacity Year built 1941 Lot 5, estimate € 120,000 – 140,000
The vehicle is in excellent condition. It is accompanied by a
current Classic Data appraisal (overall grade 2).
The convertible underwent extensive restoration in 2017/2018, with strict attention paid to historical authen-
ticity. Many parts, including bumpers, lamps, windows and all dashboards, are in original and extremely
well-kept condition and highlight the beautiful patina of the vehicle. The bodywork has a hardwood frame;
doors and bonnet fit smoothly and closely. The vehicle is free from dents or other damage. Running-boards
are new, as is the two-tone paint finish, which is superbly executed. Interior restorations likewise show the
same outstanding quality.
The W 136 series came onto the market in 1936. Tt was the only pre-war model for which manufacture
resumed after the Second World War, and was not finally discontinued until 1953. The vehicle was a mile-
stone in the history of Mercedes-Benz, designed as a completely new development and incorporating nu-
merous ground-breaking new technology features.
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The four-cylinder 38-hp engine reached top speeds of over 100km/h. This engine design was the founda-
tion of the legendary reliability and durability of Mercedes engines and was used in the bucket-seat 170 VK
car, which proved its stamina under harsh wartime conditions.
The oval tubular frame offered superior torsion resistance and lighter weight. Combined with the independ-
ent suspension, it provided ride comfort that had previously been the prerogative of high-end automobiles
and assured a pleasant journey even on longer routes.
Provenance: private ownership, South Germany
The high-resolution images (copyright notice: NEUMEISTER) of the vehicles shown can be downloaded via
the following link:
https://we.tl/t-G5Y45a4o4k
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BMW 700
Sedan, 2-cylinder (Boxer), 697 ccm engine capacity
first registered 1962
Lot 291, estimate € 8,000 – 9,000
Accompanied by roadworthiness inspection certificate (“MOT”) from TÜV and vintage car appraisal.
This BMW 700 is beautifully preserved and a rarity in this excellent condition. The vehicle is being sold first-
hand, having been owned by a very well-known Upper Bavarian family of traditional musicians since its first
registration nearly 60 years ago. The BMW underwent extensive restoration in 2006 including new seats
and interior trim. The 22kW engine received a general overhaul in 2014.
The BMW 700 has earned its place in history as the “saviour of the BMW brand”. At the end of the 1950s
the marque was facing bankruptcy as the home of the Isetta (too small for holidays in Italy and for drawing
caravans) and the V8-Barockengel (the “Baroque Angel”; too big, too expensive and too old-fashioned).
Attempts to market a BMW 600 microcar failed. In July 1958, a vehicle concept designed by Michelotti
was presented to the BMW management in Starnberg by the Viennese BMW importer and automotive
designer, Wolfgang Denzel. The concept was accepted by BMW in October 1958 and used as the basis
for coupé and sedan models which the company developed in-house up to series production. A decision,
which proved to be the brand’s salvation, at that time facing acquisition by Daimler.
Between 1959 and 1962 the racing model of the compact, light BMW was known as the “Porsche killer”,
especially in hillclimbing. At the age of 60, Hans Stuck Senior won the 1960 German Hillclimb Champion-
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ship in a BMW 700. In 1961 Walter Schneider drove a BMW 700 RS to victory as German hillclimb cham-
pion at the Schauinsland circuit in Freiburg, and won the Swiss and Austrian hillclimb championships in the
same year.
Provenance: Family of traditional musicians, Upper Bavaria
The high-resolution images (copyright notice: NEUMEISTER) of the vehicles shown can be
downloaded via the following link:
https://we.tl/t-G5Y45a4o4k
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Austin-Healey Sprite MKI (Frogeye)
Roadster, four-cylinder, 1,256 ccm engine capacity
Year built/first registered 1958
Lot 38, estimate € 25,000 – 30,000
The vehicle was built for the US market in 1958 and first registered in the USA on 1 July 1958. It was
brought to Germany in 1993 and purchased by the previous owner from Mirbach, the prestigious classic
car dealer in Hamburg, in 1996. It received thorough restoration and refurbishment from 1997 to 1998 by
Martin Stretton Racing, the renowned British restoration and racing company.
Restoration began with complete dismantling and sandblasting, followed by multiple coats of primer and a
top coat of the classic racing colour, Tartan/Cherry Red. Underseal was applied and the bodywork was
cavity sealed. The wood veneer dashboard was replaced by a solid burr walnut dashboard with integrated
lockable glove compartment. A new soft top was produced and pedals were configured to allow smooth
double declutching. The boot is lockable. The suspension was improved with the addition of adjustable
telescope shock absorbers and a larger fuel tank (capacity approx. 40 litres) was installed to expand the
range. A further pair of steel rims for winter tyres and a pair of minilights with corresponding tyres for
sporty driving (12x tyres) were added. The existing 1100-cc A-series engine was replaced by a new power
unit with higher torque, delivering 48 kW for more impressive driving performance. The vehicle also has a
non-upholstered hardtop awaiting fitting.
The Mark I Sprite was launched by Donald Healey in 1958 as a cheaper alternative to its larger counterpart,
the Austin-Healey 100/6 (known as “The Pig” because of its intimidating oversteering tendency).
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The nickname “Sprite” was quickly replaced by “Frogeye” throughout Europe and “Bugeye” in the
USA, in reference to the round headlamps protruding from the bonnet. It was known as a highly ma-
noeuvrable and popular car; the straightforward technical design of the day allowed plentiful tuning
features to be added. 38,999 Frogeyes were produced, an impressive figure for the time; given this,
sourcing parts is still a relatively simple procedure.
The high-resolution images (copyright notice: NEUMEISTER) of the vehicles shown can
be downloaded via the following link:
https://we.tl/t-G5Y45a4o4k
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Volkswagen Type 2 T2
Westfalia camper van, 4 cylinder, 1,679 ccm engine capacity
Year built 1972, first registered 1973 Lot 74, estimate € 28,000 – 30,000
A Classic Cars appraisal dated 6 April 2017 with grade “good” and certificate from "Stiftung Auto
Museum Volkswagen" dated 17 February 2017 are available. The vehicle has been carefully re-
stored and is in extremely well-kept condition.
This iconic VW T2 minibus, affectionately nicknamed "Bulli", is finished in bright orange. It offers various
improvements over its predecessor, the T1, which enhance the experience of the journey; these include a
more spacious design and a large panoramic windscreen, as well as improved 66-hp engine and top
speeds of 125 km/h. The versatility of the VW minibus allows it to be used for a wide range of applications
as a family transporter, festival transport and accommodation, mobile workplace and all-round camper van
with original details. This model has plentiful extras including pop-top roof, Westfalia interior with small
kitchenette and four berths, plus an auxiliary heating system with air-conditioning connection.
This iconic vehicle has captured the hearts of generations of adventurers, making dreams come true by
driving their VW “bed on wheels” to new and exciting destinations. In a VW camper van the journey is the
destination, and travel becomes pure pleasure. Every kilometre on the clock represents a piece of history,
replete with memories and enhancing the vehicle with emotional value – a faithful companion, deeply
rooted in its owner’s life. VW fans come together to form communities and share their enthusiasm and
affection for this all-rounder at wide-ranging events and meet-ups.
The high-resolution images (copyright notice: NEUMEISTER) of the vehicles shown can
be downloaded under the following link: https://we.tl/t-G5Y45a4o4k
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Please address enquiries or requests for information about other items from the auction
“Vintage Culture – from Haute Couture to Generation Z” to
Bernd Degner
NEUMEISTER Press and Media relations
+49 (0)89 23 17 10-50
NEUMEISTER is a Munich-based art auction house founded in 1958. The second-generation fam-
ily-run company is headed by Katrin Stoll as Managing Director. Every year NEUMEISTER holds
around eight auctions with international reach, covering areas including Old Masters, Modern and Con-
temporary Art, European Decorative Arts, Jewellery and Watches, as well as highly regarded special
sales with various focal areas. These have enabled NEUMEISTER to build a unique reputation and
become one of Germany’s leading auction houses.
Further Auctions in 2019
2/3 July 2019
Old Masters & Jewellery
Preview Thursday 27 June to Monday 1 July
3 July 2019 Special Sale
“Sammlung Meletta – Art & Interieurs”
Preview Thursday 27 June to Monday 1 July
15 July 2019
Special Sale “Vintage Culture – From Haute
Couture to Generation Z“
including 4 Classic Cars”
Preview Friday 12 to Sunday 14 July
24/25 September 2019
Old Masters & Jewellery
Preview Thursday 19 to Monday 23 Sept
3/4 December 2019
Old Masters & Jewellery
Preview Thursday 28 Nov to Mon 2 Dec
6 December 2019
Modern Art, Post War & Contemporary Art
Preview Thursday 28 Nov to Mon 2. Dec
