I received an email from a reader asking about the illustration in a picture in a post I did awhile back on turquoise and red. The image in question is in Charlotte Moss's study - she writes
The illustration in question shows the lower half of a woman holding a handbag, located in far left corner of her office, below a group of 4 smaller photosDo any of you recognize what it is? Can we help my friend out?
Catching the Eye
4 hours ago
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No. But turquoise and red really do work, and I'm going to do it next time. I await your other respondents' replies. How intriguing!
Nope, but I am loving that wallpaper!! I am wondering what it is and how I can get it!
I see you are in D.C. and I was wondering if you know Frank Babb Randolph, a wonderful designer there......He is a friend of mine and has been a guest in my home when he spoke at our Antiquarian Society several years ago.
Love your BLOG!
best regards,
MIMILEE,<><
You might ask Joni over at cotedetexas. She's very informative and full of knowledge.
I think Charlotte Moss has a store in NYC. You may also try calling the store to inquire.
Anon, I sent Joni an email asking her :-) Calling the store to ask is a good idea though!
Mimilee, I don't know Frank Randolph -but maybe we'll cross paths one of these days - DC is like a small town!
I have the answer. It's done by Rene Bouche. A mid century Vogue illustrator. It is of a Christian Dior bag and skirt.
I knew art school would come in handy at some point!! LOL
Thanks Dianne! I'm sure art school is useful other ways too :-) Education is never a waste! Thanks for sharing!!!
Could it be Cecil Beaton? I will investigate this!
Oh, I see someone beat me to the answer. just kidding. I had no idea! glad y'all have misplaced faith in moi.
GO Piven!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
joke
Oh Joni -don't be getting all political on me here in blogland! LOL
I believe it is a drawing BY Christian Dior....
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