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Surrealist Innovation
1937
12.0 x 22.0 cm
Metropolitanin museoMuseolaatuisia giclée- tai kankaitaulun tulosteita nopealla tuotannolla ja joustavilla viimeistelyvaihtoehdoilla.
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Toimitus maailmanlaajuisesti () kahdessa viikossa tavallisen 4–5 viikon sijaan. (5 heinäkuu)
Evening ensemble
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The “Evening Ensemble,” crafted by Elsa Schiaparelli in 1937, stands as a testament to the designer’s unwavering commitment to challenging conventions and injecting fantastical elements into haute couture. This remarkable garment—a collaboration between Schiaparelli and André Perugia—captures the spirit of Surrealism at its zenith, embodying a daring fusion of opulent texture and subversive visual language.
At first glance, the dress itself is deceptively simple: a sleek sheath gown constructed from deep purple velvet. However, beneath this luxurious surface lies a masterful illusion. Schiaparelli employed a technique known as “trompe l’œil,” cleverly utilizing metallic threads woven throughout the fabric to create an ethereal shimmer that mimics the dappled light filtering through a dense forest canopy. This subtle textural manipulation elevates the garment beyond mere drapery, transforming it into an immersive sensory experience.
Complementing the gown is Perugia’s jacket—a bold declaration of color and ornamentation. Embroidered with intricate floral motifs in shades of gold and yellow satin, it defies traditional notions of elegance. The embroidery isn't merely decorative; it speaks to Schiaparelli’s fascination with botanical imagery and her exploration of natural forms within an artistic framework. These flowers are stylized, almost abstracted, mirroring the Surrealist preoccupation with dreamlike landscapes and distorted perspectives.
The ensemble’s significance extends beyond its aesthetic qualities. It reflects Schiaparelli's broader artistic vision—a rejection of academic formalism in favor of imaginative storytelling. Inspired by her upbringing amidst intellectual luminaries like her father, Celestino Schiaparelli, a scholar of Islamic studies and Sanskrit, Elsa embraced influences from diverse cultures and esoteric traditions.
Furthermore, the dress’s provenance adds to its allure. Millicent Rogers, a celebrated Southwestern Native American artist and philanthropist, gifted her entire wardrobe—including this iconic piece—to the Brooklyn Museum. This donation ensured that “Evening Ensemble” would be preserved for posterity, allowing future generations to appreciate Schiaparelli's groundbreaking contribution to fashion history.
Today, reproductions of “Evening Ensemble” continue to inspire designers and collectors alike. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to transport the viewer into a realm of imaginative beauty—a celebration of color, texture, and artistic innovation that solidified Elsa Schiaparelli’s place as one of the most influential figures in 20th-century art.
1890 - 1973 , Italia
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