Lady with a Quill - French Notebook

24 pages, lined

With her quill, this lady will surely inspire you to record your ideas in this chic notebook. Bonus retro points if you utilize a quill to write in it! She was created in the 1950s by René Gruau to advertise a Jacques Griffe perfume. The back cover contains helpful information in a vintage style, including the multiplication table and various measurement tables.

René Gruau (1909-2004) was a renowned Italian-French fashion illustrator who was celebrated for his influential and iconic work in haute couture. His unique and bold style, characterized by expressive lines and a minimalistic yet impactful approach, left an indelible mark on the fashion industry. His illustrations graced the pages of prestigious fashion magazines, including Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and he collaborated with legendary couturiers like Christian Dior and Hubert de Givenchy. His ability to capture the essence of fashion and elegance with a few masterful strokes of his pen made him an essential figure in the history of fashion illustration.

This product was custom designed and created at our location in Seattle.

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