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Charles James: Beyond Fashion (Metropolitan Museum of Art (Hardcover)),Used
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His work went beyond fashion and was a fine art.' a Charles James patronCharles James, often considered to be Americas first couturier, was renowned in the 1940s and 1950s as a master at sculpting fabric for the female form and creating fashions that defined midcentury glamour. Although James had no formal training as a dressmaker, he created strikingly original and complex designs, including intricate ball gowns worn by members of high society in New York and Europe. This lavishly illustrated book offers a comprehensive study of James life and work, highlighting his virtuosity and inventiveness as well as his influence on subsequent fashion designers.Featuring exciting new photography of the spectacular evening dresses James produced between 1947 and 1955, this publication includes enlightening details of these intricate creations alongside vintage photographs and rarely seen archival items, such as patterns, muslins, dress forms, and sketches. A detailed and illustrated chronology of James life describes his magnetic personality, his unorthodox design processes, his colorful supporterssuch as Salvador Dal, Elsa Schiaparelli, Christian Dior, and Cristobal Balenciagaand profiles of a number of his famous clients, such as Gypsy Rose Lee. With flair and style echoing that of its subject, Charles James brings to life one of the most fascinating and creative figures in American fashion.Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University PressExhibition Schedule:The Metropolitan Museum of Art(05/08/1408/10/14)
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Charles James: Beyond Fashion'? A: The book focuses on the life and work of Charles James, America's first couturier, highlighting his innovative designs and influence on mid-century fashion.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Charles James: Beyond Fashion' is Harold Koda.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is published in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Charles James: Beyond Fashion' published? A: The book was published on June 3, 2014.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains a total of 264 pages.
- Q: Is this book new or used? A: This book is brand new.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features exciting new photography of Charles James' evening dresses, alongside vintage photographs and archival items.
- Q: What can I learn about Charles James in this book? A: Readers can learn about James' life, his design processes, his famous clients, and his impact on fashion through detailed illustrations and a chronology.
- Q: Does this book include any information about exhibitions? A: Yes, it includes information about the exhibition schedule at The Metropolitan Museum of Art from May 8, 2014, to August 10, 2014.
- Q: Is there any additional content in this book besides the main text? A: Yes, the book includes profiles of James' famous clients and details about his intricate dress designs.