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Karl Lagerfeld
A Line of Beauty
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See moreA compelling look at the aesthetic and historical significance of Lagerfeld’s work—from his elegantly tailored pieces for Chanel to the witty, playful ensembles that came to define the Lagerfeld brand
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Karl Lagerfeld by Andrew Bolton offers a compelling look at the aesthetic and historical significance of Lagerfeld’s work—from his elegantly tailored pieces for Chanel to the witty, playful ensembles that came to define the Lagerfeld brand.
This publication is the first to present an insightful overview of Karl Lagerfeld’s (1933–2019) artistry across his extraordinary 65-year career as a fashion designer and creative visionary. It covers his early work for Balmain and Patou in the 1950s, designs for Chloé and Fendi in the 1960s and 1970s, and his celebrated leadership in the 1980s and beyond at Chanel and with his own label.
Inspired by the “line of beauty” theorised by the sixteenth-century English painter William Hogarth, this dazzling publication pursues four “lines”—straight, serpentine, satirical, and explosive—as a means of defining Lagerfeld’s unique creative process. An introductory text uses these concepts to explore topics such as the masculine-perceived art of tailoring, the traditionally feminine art of dressmaking, and Lagerfeld’s use of irony and parody, showcasing how these three modes converge in surprising, disruptive, and innovative ways.
Thematic chapters illustrating the dualities in Lagerfeld’s work, an illustrated timeline of his career, and reminiscences from the designer’s friends and colleagues accompany new photography of 155 garments. Additionally, the book includes Lagerfeld’s illustrations, material samples, personal photographs, and drawings, many never before published.
Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and distributed by Yale University Press.
Exhibition Schedule:
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
(May 5–July 16, 2023)
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Andrew Bolton's Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty has been praised for its artistic and scholarly presentation, offering insight into Lagerfeld's iconic journey in fashion through exceptional photographs and eloquent prose. Celebrated for its artistic craftsmanship, the book features various textural elements and rich gold embellishments, reflecting Lagerfeld's profound impact on the fashion world. Renowned figures such as Anna Wintour and fashion houses like Chanel and Fendi commend its exploration of the dualities and genius of Lagerfeld's design legacy.
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ISBN: 9781588397584
Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 23 May 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Illustration: 340 color illus.
Contributors:
- Contributions by Tadao Ando
- Contributions by Anita Briey
- Contributions by Stefania D'Alfonso
- Contributions by Olivia Douchez
- Contributions by Amanda Harlech
- Contributions by Patrick Hourcade
- Contributions by Mellissa Huber
- Contributions by Nicole Lefort
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 241.0mm
Height: 305.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 436
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About the Author
Andrew Bolton is the Wendy Yu Curator in Charge of the Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
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