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This is a fine hardcover copy with a very good dust jacket with just light cover wear. Completely clean inside. This monograph was prepared to accompany the large exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art from September 28, 2003 to January 4, 2004. This was the first major American retrospective of the work of this famous clothing designer. Elsa Schiaparelli (1890- 1973) was born in Italy and first made her name in the 1920's and 30's in Europe. 306 vintage black & white photographs show her dress designs being worn by royalty, film and theater actresses, sports figures etc. Also many color plates. Chronology. Bibliography. List of illustrations. 13" high X 11" wide, 320 pages. Large heavy book, foreign shipping will be extra. This book will be securely wrapped and packed in a sturdy box and shipped with tracking.