Vallots Auctioneers
Live Auction

AFTER DARK: GAY ART + CULTURE

Thu, Dec 19, 2024 08:00PM EST
Lot 35

Divine's T-Shirt Collection (Harris Glenn Milstead (1945 - 1988)

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,500 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
Fourteen (14) t-shirts from Divine's personal collection, from various appearances and events throughout the 1980s. Many with hand done editions, including sequins and rhinestones. One designed by Jon Lys Turner, designer and journalist, indicated on tag. Various sizes. One as modeled by drag queen Coleslaw, who stared in Season 4 of Ru Paul's Drag Race Camp Wannakiki.

Provenance: Christie's East, New York, New York, 1989 (Divine Estate auction); acquired at the auction by the present collector.

Condition

For complete images see vallots.com

Every lot is sold "as is," "where is," and "without warranty," whether express or implied. Lighting and electronics have not been tested and should be professionally evaluated prior to use. Art has not been examined outside of the frame unless otherwise stated.

Our auction items are antique and vintage, often from estates, and are not in perfect condition. They often show normal signs of age, use, and wear, which might not be specified in a condition report. Bidders are responsible for determining the physical condition of items prior to bidding. The absence of a condition report does not indicate the absence of condition issues with the lot. Requests for condition reports, additional photographs, or a video inspection can be obtained via email at: info@vallots.com (any condition statement given is offered as an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact).

All bids are final. We do not offer refunds based on item description, condition, or for any other reason.