Thanks for the lovely article. It's really interesting to see how art and fashion can antagonize each other, and it seems like both are elevated by the tension. I'd never thought about commissioning something that I want to read, but it was a great idea!
Sonia Delaunay also translated her orphism into stage costumes for a production of Cleopatré (I think 1918) for the Ballet Russe. Some of those designs still exist in museum collections if you look up images! Also worth mentioning the Dali/Schiaparelli partnership that defined surrealist fashions of the 20th century. Dali also did some textile design and worked with Gilbert Adrian (I’m not sure if for his design house or for MGM films)…but anyway it’s interesting to think about theater and film as conduit for fashion as art and a way for fashion and art to merge
Sorry, but abstractionists appeared not in Russia, but in former Russian Empire. If we’re talking about Malevich, Burlyk, Delaunay and others - all of them were born in Ukraine. And it was not for the farmers who didn’t understand art. All of the painters had an academia background, being taught in Europe. It was their way to protest against academical “high” art. Art for masses as you were probably were referencing this appeared after the Revolution in 1918, not earlier.
It is very important to distinguish the country of origin where those artists were born and the way of expression, it’s purpose because it’s when the appropriation happens. Those names and art movements are in dire need to be revisioned. Hope you will pay attention to this stance.
I went to an Andrew Gn exhibition in Singapore last year, which included some of his dresses based on Monet paintings — so beautiful, although much of the credit has to go to the highly skilled artisans who made the design a physical thing — the beadwork is incredible.
This is an excellent essay, thank you Avery and Tamar. I love that you referenced John Singer Sargent's work. Did either of you happen to catch the Tate Britain exhibit that just closed, Sargent and Fashion? It was excellent and showed how Sargent was not just inspired by fashion, but used it deliberately and methodically to create his works of art. So good!
Truly, thank you for this gift.
Thanks for the lovely article. It's really interesting to see how art and fashion can antagonize each other, and it seems like both are elevated by the tension. I'd never thought about commissioning something that I want to read, but it was a great idea!
Love a deep dive. Thank you for writing this piece!
This made me scrutinise the clothing I am currently wearing with a profoundly critical eye!
Such a well-observed piece of writing. Thank you.
I LOVE THIS!!!
Sonia Delaunay also translated her orphism into stage costumes for a production of Cleopatré (I think 1918) for the Ballet Russe. Some of those designs still exist in museum collections if you look up images! Also worth mentioning the Dali/Schiaparelli partnership that defined surrealist fashions of the 20th century. Dali also did some textile design and worked with Gilbert Adrian (I’m not sure if for his design house or for MGM films)…but anyway it’s interesting to think about theater and film as conduit for fashion as art and a way for fashion and art to merge
Sorry, but abstractionists appeared not in Russia, but in former Russian Empire. If we’re talking about Malevich, Burlyk, Delaunay and others - all of them were born in Ukraine. And it was not for the farmers who didn’t understand art. All of the painters had an academia background, being taught in Europe. It was their way to protest against academical “high” art. Art for masses as you were probably were referencing this appeared after the Revolution in 1918, not earlier.
It is very important to distinguish the country of origin where those artists were born and the way of expression, it’s purpose because it’s when the appropriation happens. Those names and art movements are in dire need to be revisioned. Hope you will pay attention to this stance.
I went to an Andrew Gn exhibition in Singapore last year, which included some of his dresses based on Monet paintings — so beautiful, although much of the credit has to go to the highly skilled artisans who made the design a physical thing — the beadwork is incredible.
LOVE THIS.
This is an excellent essay, thank you Avery and Tamar. I love that you referenced John Singer Sargent's work. Did either of you happen to catch the Tate Britain exhibit that just closed, Sargent and Fashion? It was excellent and showed how Sargent was not just inspired by fashion, but used it deliberately and methodically to create his works of art. So good!
I BADLY wanted to see the Sargent show when it was in Boston but I didnt get the chance! I’m kicking myself!
(and thank you!)