On "Dior Illustrated -Rene Grau and The Line of Beauty" at Somerset House
As always a vey well curated, interesting and visually beautiful exhibition at the Embankment Galleries at Somerset House. Like walking into a flower garden full of rare and exotic plants... basically a stunning collection of exquisite well preserved and original illustrations that are instantly recognisable and unmistakingly Dior. The ultra feminine, the ultra classy, the ultra borgeouis and ultra fragrant.
It is clear that Grau sees to be key to the invention of Dior and the partnership between him and Dior was one of soul like qualities.
"To be inspired by Dior is to be inspired by Rene Grau. His sketches capture the silhouette and spirit of Dior and a new era of fashion and femininity. His illustrations are timeless, ever youthful, ever faithful to the moment he saw; they capture the energy, the sophistication and daring of Dior, and equally are a token of enduring friendship."
John Galliano
Diorella 1972
- A young free spirit
Miss Dior 1971
Diorling 1963
Eau Savage 1978
- My quintessential man
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