Falbalas et Fanfreluches – George Barbier (1923) – Art Deco Poster Print

George Barbier’s Falbalas et Fanfreluches is a dazzling celebration of the elegance, fantasy, and theatricality of 1920s fashion. Created as the cover design for Barbier’s 1923 fashion almanac, the composition brings together three elegantly dressed women surrounded by an elaborate framework of feathers, pearls, and flowing ornamental forms.

The design is quintessentially Barbier, balancing delicate linework with a bold black ground that makes the pale pinks, ivory, and muted jewel tones particularly striking. The sweeping feathers and pearl garlands create a sense of movement throughout the symmetrical composition, while the stylized figures and decorative arabesques demonstrate the close relationship between fashion illustration and the decorative arts during the Art Deco period.

The title Falbalas et Fanfreluches (roughly, “frills and gewgaws”) captures the playful spirit of the work. More than simply an advertisement for fashion, the image presents an entire fantasy of modern glamour, where couture, ornament, theatrical costume, and graphic design merge into a single sophisticated visual world.

 

🖨️ 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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