Unknown Non Signed Unframed Limited Edition Print by Rena Gruau, 22 x 28", NR

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Unknown titleArtist: Rene GruauSize: 22 x 28 inchesNo Edition NumberInv. #L04149Limited Edition PrintGood ConditionNot SignedUnframedWith his stunning, passionate, figures, his arresting use of color and dramatic, explosive element of line, Rene Gruau developed his distinctive "New Look" in the 1940's which greatly impacted haute couture, theatre, art, and commercial design. With his trademark use of his powerful minimal line, Gruau's style combined seductive sophistication with classic beauty, grace and sensual elegance. The quality of the visual appeal of his glamorous and radiant "beautiful people" is at once bold and languid. Internationally Gruau's artwork is celebrated internationally noted for its exceptional and masterful line, and its timeless, enduring style.Rene Gruau was born in Italy in 1909. In the 1940's and 50's Gruau became a favorite of the haute couture world, working with Femina, Marie-Claire, L'Officiel, L'Album Du Figaro and other "high-style" magazines. Some of Gruau's best work can be seen in the dramatic visual statements he rendered for Christian Dior, Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli, and Hubert de Givenchy. In 1948 Rene Gruau left for the United States to work for Harper's Bazaar and Vogue, before becoming the exclusive artist for FLAIR. He also produced stunningly beautiful advertisements for the LIDO, MOULIN read more