British Artist Zoe Bradley showcased her monumental red paper dress sculpture containing 5,940 ruffles at Sotheby's, one of 5 spectacular sculptures in paper, adorned with Swarovski crystals and pearls, that were exhibited alongside 460 fascinating royal and aristocratic heirlooms for the "Of Royal and Noble Descent" auction held from 14 to 18 January 2016.
The sculptures are inspired by the fashion in Old Master paintings. Scroll through the album for more details
A monumental red ruffle gown - red being the colour of wealth in the 17 and 18th centuries.
A monumental red ruffle gown - red being the colour of wealth in the 17 and 18th centuries.
A monumental red ruffle gown - red being the colour of wealth in the 17 and 18th centuries.
A monumental red ruffle gown - red being the colour of wealth in the 17 and 18th centuries.
A magnificent crown which will echo many lots in the “Of Royal and Noble Descent” sale
An immense ruff (one meter in diameter). Ruffs were an extravagant display of wealth which became symbolic of the reign of Elizabeth I. By 1605, the Queen passed a law prohibiting ruffs over one meter in diameter to prevent the waste of fabric.
A pair of shoes with a red sole, the fashion at the court of Louis XIV.
A stunning wig replicating the eccentric wigs of the aristocracy and royalty.
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