Category Archives: Original Wardrobe

Regarding Original Props and COA’s

The focus of this blog in on items that are similar to,  or match screen used items on I Love Lucy and not on original props. If you are looking for original props with COA I recommend reading the following article before making a decision to purchase:

http://www.originalprop.com/blog/2013/04/20/revisiting-ellis-props-graphics-certificates-of-authenticity-coas-assigned-to-tv-and-movie-props-set-pieces-costumes-circulating-in-the-marketplace/

Lucy Ricardo’s Polka Dot Dress offered at auction.

LOT 945
Seller’s Estimate: USD 40,000 – 60,000
945. Lucille Ball signature “Lucy Ricardo” polka dot dress designed by Elois Jenssen for I Love Lucy. (Desilu-TV, 1951-1957) Vintage original Elois Jenssen design, which served as a “master dress” for the popular signature look of “Lucy” on I Love Lucy. Consisting of navy blue with white polka dot print fabric, black satin lining and shoulder pads, white cuffed short sleeves and a false, pleated, white tuxedo shirt front panel accessory with white flower collar and pearl button snap closure. Dress front features a false button closure. The distinctive scoop neckline was designed to make quick costume changes easier and to avoid makeup smudging. Variations of this style of dress were worn in many I Love Lucy episodes. Retains the internal Elois Jenssen maker’s label. In fine condition. Provenance: Previously sold in Profiles in History Auction 56B for $168,000. Originally from the estate of Elois Jenssen. Comes with an LOA. $40,000 – $60,000

Hollywood Auction 89 – Day 2 offered by Profiles in History
Tuesday, June 27, 2017 | 11:00AM GMT-07:00
Calabasas, California, USA

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lucille-Ball-signature-Lucy-Ricardo-polka-dot-dress-designed-by-Elo-Lot-945-/112422866614