Freddy Wittop (1911-2001) - Mid 20th Century Gouache Lui

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Description

A wonderful costume illustration by the designer Freddy Wittop (1911-2001). The figure is pictured sporting a Parisian-inspired outfit, and striking a nonchalant pose. Signed to the lower right. Smartly presented in a painted frame with a blue fabric mount. On paper.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age, including some discolouration to the paper. Some wear to the frame, including scuffing.

Size

34.5 x 18.5cm (13.6" x 7.3")
Framed Size: 51 x 34cm (20.1" x 13.4")

Artist Biography

Freddy Wittop (1911-2001) was born in Holland and began his career as an apprentice designer at the Opera House in Brussels at the age of eleven. He later moved to Paris and then the USA to pursue his career further. In America, Wittop’s costume credits include creations for 'Hello Dolly', for which he won a Tony Award, and 'Happy Time', for which he won a Tony nomination. He also designed the American Ballet Theatre’s production of 'Swan Lake' and 'Boris Godounoff' for the City Centre Opera.

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SKU sp277
Artist Freddy Wittop (1911-2001)
Date Mid 20th Century
Dimensions 34.5 x 18.5cm
Medium Gouache
Style Illustration Art
Subject Fashion & Costumes
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