France 3 Bourgogne-Franche-Comté presents a short video showcasing the exhibition À la mode: L'art de paraître au XVIIIe siècle, currently running in Dijon. (see post of 13th May).
With three weeks to go, the final hanging takes place. Sandrine Champion-Balan, the chief curator, explains that the selection of works allows an appreciation of 18th-century dress code. "Fashion" has existed for a long time, but the 18th century saw the appearance of the modern concept, with the development of specialised trades. Portraits and other artistic work illustrate materials and fashions - often painted in intricate detail. These include theatrical costumes. The exhibition highlights the importance of the feminine image and women's place in 18th-century society.
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