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Gabrielle Chanel & Baron Pantz on the French Riviera
Gabrielle (Coco) Chanel, French fashion designer, pictured with the splendidly named Baron Pantz, taking a moment from their tennis match on the French Riviera. Chanel owned what The Tatler describe as, one of the most beautiful villas on the Riviera, - Roquebrine. Date: 1931
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Media ID 14352879
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1931 Baron Chanel Coco Cote Dazur Designer Gabrielle Match Personalities Riviera Tennis
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this enchanting photograph, the elegant and iconic Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel (1883-1971), the renowned French fashion designer, is captured in a moment of leisurely respite with Baron Pantz on the French Riviera in 1931. The image, which exudes an air of sophistication and timeless glamour, was taken during a tennis match at the picturesque Roquebrune villa, one of the most beautiful properties on the Côte d'Azur. Coco Chanel, a trailblazer in the world of fashion, was known for her revolutionary designs that liberated women from the constraints of corsets and heavy fabrics, championing a more simplistic and chic aesthetic. Her influence extended far beyond the realm of haute couture, shaping the way women dressed and saw themselves in the 20th century. Baron Pantz, whose full name remains undisclosed, adds an intriguing element to this scene. His presence, along with Coco Chanel's, highlights the glamorous and vibrant social scene that thrived on the French Riviera during the 1930s. The tennis court, with its pristine white surface and green net, serves as the perfect backdrop for their friendly competition, a testament to their shared passion for sport and the joy of living life to the fullest. This photograph, with its evocative imagery and rich historical context, offers a glimpse into the lives of two famous personalities who left indelible marks on their respective fields – fashion and society – and continues to inspire us today.
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