The fine art auction house is offering auctioners an opportunity to own one of the most historic dresses worn by Princess Diana.

From the relatively recent release of The Crown Season 5 to Prince Harry's highly anticipated memoir, the royal family has been a hot topic as of late. Adding to the conversation is none other than Princess Diana, or rather, Princess Diana's fashion. As one of the most well-known fashion figures to have ever been in the royal family to this day, the pieces that the "the people's princess" wore throughout her life remain historic and highly sought after. To have access to such clothing is a nearly impossible request, making <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2023/the-one/princess-diana-ball-dress-by-victor-edelstein" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sotheby's</a> upcoming auctioning of a personal dress worn by Princess Diana an extraordinary moment.&nbsp;
The gown set to be offered was worn by the Princess of Wales in a royal portrait in 1991, shot by Mario Testino, where she sat alongside King Charles. Designed by Victor Edelstein, the British couturier who was a favorite of Princess Diana's and created many of her well-known pieces for over a decade, the strapless evening gown is crafted out of a deep aubergine silk velvet, accentuated by a tulip-shaped skirt, and subtly embellished with three paste buttons at the back.&nbsp;

The ball gown was originally designed for Edelstein's Fall/Winter 1989 collection, though when in the sketching process there are hints that he had Princess Diana in mind when creating it. As one of the Princess of Wale's most historic looks, there is also a painting that hangs on the wall of the&nbsp;Royal Marsden Hospital Cancer Fund depicted of Princess Diana in the gown. Further adding to the gown's legacy is Franklin Mint&rsquo;s 1998 limited edition Princess Diana doll, where the dress was featured in the collection of some of her most iconic looks.&nbsp;
In <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/art/sothebys-crystal-bridges-museum-of-art-venice-biennale-exhibition" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sotheby's</a> curated auction "The One," the esteemed ball gown will lie among a selection of other fine products that represent extraordinary historical human achievements and demonstrate excellence in workmanship, technique, and endeavor.&nbsp;

Starting on January 21, the gown will be displayed alongside Sotheby&rsquo;s Masters Week exhibitions and will be up for bid on January 27 in "The One" live auction.

Sotheby's Auctions Iconic Princess Diana Dress

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