Couturiere Collection

The workshop of a dressmaker, illustration from the Paris Encyclopedia, 1715 (engraving)
IND113014 The workshop of a dressmaker, illustration from the Paris Encyclopedia, 1715 (engraving); Biblioteca Universidad, Barcelona, Spain; Index Fototeca

The Seamstress, 1922
BAL50905 The Seamstress, 1922 by Valtat, Louis (1869-1952); Petit Palais, Geneva, Switzerland; (add.info.: by Louis Valtat)

The Seamstress, engraved by Thomas Cheesman (1760-c. 1834), pub
NP125534 The Seamstress, engraved by Thomas Cheesman (1760-c.1834), pub. by John & Josiah Boydell, 1787 (stipple engraving) (pair of 125533) by Romney

Portrait of the Couturier Madame Paquin (1869-1936) (oil on canvas)
CHT183162 Portrait of the Couturier Madame Paquin (1869-1936) (oil on canvas) by Gervex, Henri (1852-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: opened her own House in 1891; ); eArchives Charmet; French

The Seamstress
BAL14544 The Seamstress by Baugniet, Charles (1814-86); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Belgian, out of copyright

A Couturier at Work, engraved by Gervais (19th century) 1854 (coloured engraving)
CHT168324 A Couturier at Work, engraved by Gervais (19th century) 1854 (coloured engraving) by Staal, Pierre Gustave Eugene (Gustave) (1817-82) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Caricature of Coco Chanel (1883-1971) in a bottle of Chanel No
CHT182678 Caricature of Coco Chanel (1883-1971) in a bottle of Chanel No.5, from Le Nouvel Monde, 1923 (colour litho) by Sem (Georges Goursat) (1863-1934)

The Seamstress
ATK43823 The Seamstress by Wade, Thomas (1828-91); Atkinson Art Gallery, Southport, Lancashire, UK; eThe Atkinson; English, out of copyright

Stewart Harrisons The Iceberg - The Seamstress, 1860 (w / c on paper)
BIR108320 Stewart Harrisons The Iceberg - The Seamstress, 1860 (w/c on paper) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

La petite couturiere (colour litho)
5205013 La petite couturiere (colour litho) by Fraipont, Gustave (1849-after 1897); Private Collection; (add.info.: La petite couturiere)

At the Couturiere, the Fitting; Chez la Couturiere, L essayage
825578 At the Couturiere, the Fitting; Chez la Couturiere, L essayage, 1882 (pastel on board) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 51x78 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: At the Couturiere)

Parisien Corset Maker, c. 1830 (coloured engraving)
473128 Parisien Corset Maker, c.1830 (coloured engraving) by Lante, Louis-Marie (b.1789, fl.1824-39) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Seamstress
PWI82606 The Seamstress by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 33x25 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright

FITTING AT GERSONS C1895
A lady, standing in front of a large mirror, has some final adjustments made to her new gown by the dressmaker. Date: circa 1895

Chez la couturiere Baudouin Armand Marcelin
Chez la couturiere, Baudouin, Armand, Marcelin, Emile, 1825-1887, Yves et Barret, Photomechanical process, 1885

The Couturiers workshop, Arles, 1760 (oil on canvas)
XIR24984 The Couturiers workshop, Arles, 1760 (oil on canvas) by Raspal, Antoine (1738-1811); Musee Reattu, Arles, France; French, out of copyright

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"The Couturiere: A Glimpse into the World of Fashion and Art" Step back in time to 1922, where "The Seamstress" takes center stage. This enchanting piece, engraved by Thomas Cheesman, captures the essence of a skilled couturiere at work. With delicate strokes, Cheesman immortalizes the dedication and craftsmanship that went into creating exquisite garments. In another masterpiece titled "Portrait of the Couturier Madame Paquin, " we witness oil on canvas bringing to life the elegance and sophistication synonymous with haute couture. Madame Paquin's talent as a couturier shines through her confident gaze, leaving us in awe of her creative genius. Gervais' colored engraving from 1854 transports us further into this captivating world. In "A Couturier at Work, " we catch a glimpse behind closed doors as fabrics are draped and patterns meticulously cut. The attention to detail is palpable; every stitch tells a story. Even Coco Chanel herself couldn't escape being immortalized in art. A caricature shows her trapped inside a bottle of Chanel No. , symbolizing how she revolutionized fashion with her iconic fragrances alongside her innovative designs. Stewart Harrison's watercolor painting "The Iceberg - The Seamstress" transports us to an icy landscape where even amidst adversity, creativity thrives. Here, the seamstress perseveres against all odds, reminding us that true artistry knows no boundaries. But it's not just about individual artists; it's about celebrating an entire profession. In "La petite couturiere, " we see a colorful lithograph capturing the spirit of young apprentices learning their craft under experienced hands—a passing down of knowledge from one generation to another. And let's not forget those pivotal moments when clients visit for fittings—the anticipation captured beautifully in works like "At the Couturiere. " These intimate encounters between designer and client reveal both vulnerability and excitement, as dreams are transformed into reality.