“Adieu! Manteau du soir, de Worth” by George Barbier (1921) captures the refined elegance that defined French fashion illustration during the height of the Art Deco movement. Created to showcase an evening coat by the legendary House of Worth, the composition balances dramatic couture with theatrical staging. Barbier’s graceful figures, flattened perspective, and restrained palette reflect the era’s fascination with sophistication, luxury, and modern design.
The richly draped evening mantle commands the composition, with its sweeping train, sculptural shoulders, and bold striped pattern creating a striking silhouette. Delicate floral ornaments, glowing lanterns, and classical urns frame the scene, while the distant gentleman ascending the steps subtly suggests a farewell encounter, lending the illustration a quiet narrative beneath its fashionable exterior.
More than a fashion plate, Adieu! is a celebration of Art Deco’s union of fine art and haute couture. Barbier transforms a couture garment into a work of visual storytelling, where architecture, costume, and atmosphere combine to evoke the glamour and romance of Paris in the early 1920s.
🖨️ Print features:
– Made with museum-grade archival paper for excellent printing fidelity and vibrant color reproduction
– Paper weight: 189 g/m2
– For indoor use only
– Care instructions: If the print does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
– Please note: Due to the production process of these posters, please allow for slight size deviations with a tolerance +/- 1/16″
🚚 Fulfillment, Shipping, and Return Policy:
– Printed and shipped from the U.S.
– Ships in a sturdy mailing tube, frame not included
– As our items are unique and made to order, we can only accept a return or exchange in the event that an item arrives damaged or misprinted. We cannot accept returns if you order the wrong size or change your mind. Any return requests must be made within 14 days of receiving the order.
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