Bette Midler

“This has to be one of the most beautiful dresses I have ever owned. I was so happy to be going to the Academy Awards

for a picture that my production company produced. I didn’t win, but I felt so wonderful in this dress.

Mr. Valentino has been a friend for many years, and every time I see him I thank him again.” - Bette

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141 BETTE MIDLER ACADEMY AWARDS GOWN BY VALENTINO A light aqua, silk square neck, short sleeve gown with voideau rose bundle stitch applique and cartridge pleated train together with matching silk stole and dyed to match Helene Arpels satin pumps. The gown was designed by Valentino and worn by Midler as she attended the 64th annual Academy Awards ceremony in 1992, Midler was nominated for Best Actress that year for her portrayal of Dixie Leonard in the 1991, All Girl Productions, film For The Boys . $1,000-1,500 An original watercolor and ink on paper sketch of the gown designed for Bette Midler's appearance at the 64th annual Academy Awards ceremony where she was nominated for Best Actress for her 1991, All Girl Productions, film For The Boys . The sketch is inscribed to Midler in brown ink, "To Bette with all my admiration and simpethy [sic] Valentino Rome 10 - April 1992." 16 by 11 1/4 inches $400-600 142 VALENTINO ORIGINAL ACADEMY AWARDS DESIGN SKETCH

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