c.1968 Pierre Balmain Convertible Two Length Coyote Fur & Leather Coat designer-victor-costa while the back flares out

while the back flares out in a pretty little mermaid silhouette

Length: 23" from neck to hem

The embroidered and brocade jackets where among the most prized and this one is a stunning example

This would have been designed by Belgian-born Jules-Francois Crahay

This gown is a work of art and has the resulting richness and decadence to show for it

c.1968 Pierre Balmain Convertible Two Length Coyote Fur & Leather Coat designer-victor-costa while the back flares outThis is an incredible fur and the workmanship is of the best possible quality. The designs is typical of the furs being produced during this time period and this one has the extra surprise of being convertible in length. The furs being produced under the Balmain name during this time period were of the best quality and that quality still shows even 50 some odd years later. I am no expert on furs but believe this it is a coyote. The pelts are soft and