Exhibiting Fashion Before and After 1971
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With the dramatic increase in popularity of fashion exhibitions over the past decade, this groundbreaking book provides a timely look at the evolution of the practice, taking as its anchor the seminal 1971 Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition Fashion: An Anthology by Cecil Beaton, revealing it to be symptomatic of a shift in museological attitudes. The authors' combined experience of more than forty years, one in architecture and exhibition design and the other in fashion history and curating, informs their detailed account of the exhibition. Accompanied by photographs of Beaton's museum work published here for the first time, their narrative establishes a perspective from which to view working practices today. Research into international exhibitions from the early 20th century to the present results in some 150 stunning illustrations, including previously unpublished exhibition photographs and out-of-print documents. Through this research and the testimony of curators, exhibition designers, and mannequin manufacturers, the authors discover striking continuity in the development of the fundamental equation of mannequin, dress, and mise-en-scène. A comprehensive chronology from 1971 illustrates the exponential rise in exhibitions of Western dress on an international scale.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the historical development and contemporary practices of fashion exhibitions, using the 1971 Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition 'Fashion: An Anthology by Cecil Beaton' as a pivotal point. The authors, drawing on extensive experience in architecture, exhibition design, and fashion history, provide a detailed analysis of this seminal exhibition and its impact. By examining international exhibitions from the early 20th century to the present, the book reveals enduring continuities in the presentation of fashion, from the interplay of mannequins, garments, and their settings to the testimony of industry professionals. A comprehensive chronology charts the significant rise in global exhibitions of Western dress since 1971.**
THE SCOPE MAP
- Analysis of the 1971 Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition 'Fashion: An Anthology by Cecil Beaton' as a turning point in museological attitudes.
- Detailed account of exhibition practices informed by expertise in architecture, exhibition design, and fashion history.
- Exploration of international fashion exhibitions from the early 20th century to the present day.
- Inclusion of approximately 150 illustrations, featuring previously unpublished exhibition photographs and out-of-print documents.
- Insights from curators, exhibition designers, and mannequin manufacturers on the development of fashion display.
- Examination of the continuity in the relationship between mannequins, dresses, and mise-en-scène.
- A comprehensive chronology illustrating the growth of international exhibitions of Western dress since 1971.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This book is regarded as a significant contribution to the study of fashion exhibition history, particularly for its in-depth analysis of the 1971 Cecil Beaton exhibition. The authors' combined expertise in design and curatorial practice provides a unique perspective on the evolution of the field. The extensive use of historical and contemporary illustrations, including previously unpublished material, enhances its value as a resource for scholars and practitioners alike. The research highlights both the historical shifts and the persistent elements in the staging of fashion.
Page Count:
251
Publication Date:
2014-01-01
Publisher:
Yale University Press
ISBN-10:
0300125798
ISBN-13:
9780300125795
Art
Non-Fiction
History
Fashion
Cultural History
Museum Studies
Art History
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