"Poiret: Paul Poiret 1879-1944" 1987 Deslandres, Yvonne

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DESLANDRES, Yvonne

[330] pp.

Rizzoli

1987

13" x 10"

On the jacket: detail from the "Josephine' model, 1907

With 380 … Read more DESLANDRES, Yvonne

[330] pp.

Rizzoli

1987

13" x 10"

On the jacket: detail from the "Josephine' model, 1907

With 380 illustrations, 180 in colour

English text

Attractive Alice in Wonderland-inspired ex-libris bookplate on front pastedown.

A comprehensive book on Poiret, a beautifully-illustrated survey of the work of one of the early twentieth century's greatest creators of haute couture. As well as focusing on Poiret's rich, exotic fashion designs, the book explores his work with interiors, wallpapers, fabrics, and perfume. It also gives a fascinating account of the artists and the society events that surrounded Poiret in his life. See less