The Modernity of Antiquity: Karl Lagerfeld’s Vision of Ancient Greece
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Associate Professor of German at Williams College Christophe Koné explores Karl Lagerfeld’s fascination with Ancient Greece. Using Chanel’s “The Modernity of Antiquity” 2017/18 Cruise collection as a point of departure, Koné will discuss the recurrence of Greek Antiquity in Lagerfeld’s work for both Chloé and Chanel, as well as in the designer’s photography.
Image: Karl Lagerfeld at MFIT’s 2010 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion Luncheon, NICK HUNT / PatrickMcMullan.com
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Institution or Organization name - The Museum at FIT
