Showing posts with label Barbara and René Stoeltie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Barbara and René Stoeltie. Show all posts

Saturday, 5 February 2011

Illusion...

                      ...which can be pleasantly surprising



  Historical authenticity combined with startling realism
















Inspired by Mariano Fortuny


















'Asian influence'















- PAPER  ILLUSIONS -

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Artist and designer Isabelle de Borchgrave
 creates unique and exquisite paper dresses evoking high fashions
from the courts of the Medici to the legendary Fortuny silks of the early 20th century.

She cuts, folds, glues, and paints her paper costumes and objects with imagination
and exceptional mastery, creating the illusion of lace from Bruges,
Renaissance-era brocade, and delicate silk a la Pompadour.

The book  Paper Illusions  by Barbara and René Stoeltie
does the full justice to de Borchgrave's magical workshop,
where humble art materials are transformed into shimmering
visions of beautiful clothing and luxurious living.

All images from Paper Illusions - ABRAMS  (Harry N. Abrams, Inc. New York)

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Bon Weekend !