Jeanne Lanvin, Evening gown La Cavallini, 1925. Black taffeta embroidered in silver threads, beads.
Jeanne Lanvin, Evening gown La Cavallini, 1925. Black taffeta embroidered in silver threads, beads. Swarowski crystals and fine pearls. Sketch by Lanvin, 1925. Photo: © Katharina Jebb. Patrimonie Lanvin. The bow is something of a hallmark, symbol of the bond with her daughter Margaret. The dress was presented in the Pavillon of Elegance at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes 1925, the birth of the Art Déco movement.Jeanne Lanvin EXHIBITION until 23rd August 2015: Palais Galliera, Paris. -- source link
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