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Jacques Doucet

1920–23 · wool, silk, glass · Costume Institute

Suturing skirt and top with dynamic crests, Doucet borrowed the energetic emblems of Cubism as devices for fashion. Abstract pattern makes sense on the figure only as a demonstration of Cubist energy. The cape's exaggerated asymmetry affords an exciting equilibrium, as does the dialogue between the forms of the pleated skirt and the flat blouse.

Artist

Jacques Doucet

Date

1920–23

Medium

wool, silk, glass

Culture

French

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Gift of Mrs. W.G. Constable, 1975