Between the Covers

Hardcover. First edition, second impression. Fine in about near fine dustwrapper toned, with a short tear and wear to the topedge. Distinctive ownership Signature of Elsa Schiaparelli on front free endpaper. Schiaparelli was one of the world’s premiere designers during the 1930s, who pioneered numerous now-iconic fashions elements such as the divided skirt, trompe-l'oeil detailing, synthetic materials, and exposed fasteners, and as well as incorporated surrealist designed into her work through her collaboration with Jean Cocteau and Salvador Dali.

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