Dior Illustrated at Somerset House
When
10 November 2010 -
09 January 2011
10am - 6pm
Where
Somerset House
Cost
£5.00-£6.00
Age Restrictions
n/a
Dior Illustrated at Somerset House is set to be one of the most fashionable exhibitions on show this winter in London. Focusing on the artwork of renowned fashion illustrator Rene Gruau, Somerset House is showcasing numerous works of art, vintage items and a selection of couture dresses.
Dior Illustrated at Somerset House
Bringing together the work of Rene Gruau along with a selection of Dior fashion and perfume memorabilia, the Somerset House exhibition will no doubt be one of the hottest fashions shows around this season. Following on from their previous fashion and design based exhibitions, Dior Illustrated: Rene Gruau and the Line of Beauty highlights one of the most iconic and groundbreaking fashion illustrators of his day.
Gruau and Dior
Rene Gruau worked for several years with the fashion house of Dior, capturing their elegant designs and encompassing the energy and style of the brand in his work. He had a special working relationship with Christian Dior himself, allowing for a greater understanding of the designs and attitude he had to convey on paper. Recreating the fashions with bold lines and a fluid style, you can see from the illustrations on show in Dior Illustrated at Somerset House that Gruau proved himself to be perfectly in tune with Dior's work time and time again.
Exhibition highlights
A must see exhibition for any fashionista worth her salt, Dior Illustrated at Somerset House doesn't just feature artwork from the hugely influential artist. Alongside the artworks by SARL Rene Gruau, which include original illustrations for Christian Dior Parfums (such as Miss Dior from 1960), there will also be vintage perfume bottles, sketches, magazines and other fashion ephemera. Fashion fans will also be delighted to see a selection of Dior designed haute couture dresses on display.
Designs for the future
Having become one of the most famous and iconic fashion illustrators of his day, Rene Gruau went on to influence the artwork of future generations of artists. Inspired by his close relationship with the House of Dior, six UK based illustrators have been asked to contribute to Dior Illustrated at Somerset House with their own unique designs.
Dior Illustrated: Rene Gruau and the Line of Beauty takes place from 10am - 6pm Wednesday 10th November 2010 - Sunday 9th January 2011 at Somerset House. Tickets are £6.00 or £5.00 concession. If you would like to book tickets for this event, click on the link below for more information.
Somerset House Official Site
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What's near Somerset House?
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