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What year was Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel born?

  • 1880
  • 1883 (correct)
  • 1890
  • 1885

    • Gabrielle Chanel spent her early years in an orphanage.

    True

    What name did Gabrielle Chanel adopt around 1907-1908?

    Coco

    Gabrielle Chanel was born in ________.

    <p>Saumur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following events with their corresponding years:

    <p>Coco Chanel born = 1883 Orphanage years = 1895-1901 Coco adopts her name = 1907-1908</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeframe of the Roaring Twenties?

    <p>1919-1929</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'Garçonne' refers to a fashion trend that focused solely on men's styles.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cultural movement became the main artistic influence in the Roaring Twenties?

    <p>Art Deco</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Roaring Twenties is characterized by economic prosperity and significant __________ change.

    <p>cultural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Garçonne = A fashion trend reflecting women's emancipation Les Années Folles = The 'Crazy Years' in France during the 1920s Jazz = A genre of music popularized in the US during this era Art Deco = An artistic movement influencing fashion and design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the societal context of the Roaring Twenties?

    <p>A time of economic growth and cultural dynamism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jazz became less popular during the Roaring Twenties.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two regions are primarily associated with the Roaring Twenties?

    <p>United States and Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which architectural principle is NOT associated with Le Corbusier?

    <p>Gothic arches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mallet Stevens was known for his contributions to modern art in the 20th century.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one reason why Paris attracted foreign artists during the early 20th century.

    <p>Absence of political oppression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Le Corbusier's architectural style is part of the __________ movement.

    <p>modernist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following architects with their notable works:

    <p>Marcel Breuer = Chair Wassily Le Corbusier = Villa Savoye Mallet Stevens = Villa Cavrois Ludwig Mies van der Rohe = Barcelona Chair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines the International Style in architecture?

    <p>Emphasis on functionality and simplicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Cité Radieuse was designed by Mallet Stevens.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous modern art masters were noted for attracting artists to Paris?

    <p>Picasso, Braque, Rouault, Matisse, Léger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ Building and the Chrysler Building were both completed in the 1930s.

    <p>Empire State</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was Villa Savoye completed?

    <p>1931</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artistic movements are associated with the Parisian art scene? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Surrealism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Marcel Duchamp considered photography to be inferior to painting.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known as a complete female artist associated with geometrical abstraction?

    <p>Sonia Delaunay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Delphos dress was designed by __________.

    <p>Mariano Fortuny</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following artists with their main contributions:

    <p>Man Ray = Dada photography Mariano Fortuny = Textile design and dressmaking Sonia Delaunay = Geometrical abstraction Gabrielle Chanel = Luxury fashion designer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which quote is attributed to Gabrielle Chanel?

    <p>Fashion does not exist if it does not reach the street.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Parisian art scene lacked diversity in artistic styles.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Sonia Delaunay's work?

    <p>Pure color and simultaneous colors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Man Ray is known primarily for his contributions to __________.

    <p>Dada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following artists to their significant works or styles:

    <p>Henriette = Delphos dress Marcel Duchamp = Rose Sélavy Dalí = Surrealism Modigliani = Portrait painting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of fashion did Gabrielle Chanel emphasize?

    <p>Style is eternal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cubism is one of the key features of the Parisian art scene.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one artist associated with Fauvism.

    <p>Henri Matisse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term __________ refers to the artistic movement aiming to negate traditional techniques and aesthetics.

    <p>Dada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the artists to their known styles:

    <p>Chagall = Narrative art Utrillo = Urban landscape Modigliani = Stylized portrait Soutine = Expressionism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant financial event occurred in 1929 that influenced global economics?

    <p>The Great Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Elsa Schiaparelli collaborated with Salvador Dali on surrealist fashion designs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Elsa Schiaparelli exhibit her designs at the Met Museum?

    <p>2012</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The financial crisis that shaped the Great Depression is known as the _____ Crash of 1929.

    <p>Wall Street</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following fashion items with their corresponding years:

    <p>Evening suit = 1938 Cocktail dress = 1940 Evening jacket = 1937 Hat = 1938-1939</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which decade is marked by the designs presented in this content?

    <p>1930s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The evening wear from 1938 featured insect-shaped buttons.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who attended Jacques Fath's ball in costume in 1952?

    <p>Miuccia Prada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Schiaparelli is famously associated with the artistic movement known as _____.

    <p>surrealism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fashion design was associated with the year 1940?

    <p>Evening dress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Gabrielle Chanel open her store at 21 Rue Cambon in Paris?

    <p>1910</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gabrielle Chanel introduced the little black dress in 1926.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fragrance associated with Chanel was introduced in 1921?

    <p>Chanel N°5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The fabric that Gabrielle Chanel popularized in 1916 is called ___.

    <p>jersey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the year with the event related to Gabrielle Chanel:

    <p>1924 = Chanel introduces tweed suit 1926 = Introduction of the little black dress 1921 = Launch of Chanel N°5 1910 = Opens her first store</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following products is NOT a signature item of Gabrielle Chanel?

    <p>Ball gown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chanel's creations emphasized simplicity and comfort over extravagance.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary fabric used in the Chanel tweed suit introduced in the 1920s?

    <p>tweed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gabrielle Chanel was often associated with a timeless accessory, the ___ necklace.

    <p>pearl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Chanel codes with their descriptions:

    <p>2.55 bag = Quilted handbag introduced in 1955 Tweed suit = Chanel's iconic women's tailoring Camelia = A signature flower used in designs Chanel N°5 = Most famous fragrance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the 'Chanel revolution' primarily focus on?

    <p>Comfort and freedom of movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chanel designed clothing only for the upper class.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which British historical figure did Gabrielle Chanel have associations with?

    <p>Winston Churchill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chanel's famous fragrance, known for its iconic bottle design, was launched in ___.

    <p>1921</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fashion History 1919-1930

    • The Roaring Twenties (1919-1929) was a period of intense social, cultural, and artistic activity. It followed World War I and ended with the economic crisis in 1929.
    • The period was marked by economic prosperity in the US and Europe, with a distinct cultural edge.
    • The term "Les Années Folles" ("Crazy Years") in France denoted the era's social, artistic, and cultural dynamism.
    • A key fashion trend was "la garçonne," a style associated with women's emancipation and gender equality. It reflected a cultural transformation in the representation of women.
    • Jazz music from the US gained popularity.
    • Art Deco, a design style that incorporated elements of traditional crafts and Machine Age aesthetics, was a prevalent artistic movement. This significantly influenced fashion.

    The Roaring 20s - Cultural Context

    • The period encompassed a retrospective chrononym for the period between WWI ending and the economic crisis of 1929
    • The period was economically prosperous
    • Key features included social, artistic, and cultural dynamism.

    The Roaring 20's - Fashion Context (Flappers/La Garçonne)

    • The term "Garçonne" refers to a 20th-century fashion trend emerging during the Roaring Twenties.
    • It signifies a cultural shift in the representation of the female identity, prefiguring the contemporary women of today.

    Art & Culture

    • Bauhaus (1919-1933) was a significant influence in design, architecture, and art education.
    • Art Deco, or Deco, emerged just before World War I and reached a global prominence in the 1920s.
    • The 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris gave rise to the name Art Deco.

    Designers

    • Mariano Fortuny (1889-1949) was a complete artist and designer.

    Chanel

    • Gabrielle Chanel (1883-1971) established the Maison Chanel in 1914.
    • Luxury is the opposite of vulgarity, a belief articulated by Chanel.
    • Chanel's style is considered to be timeless, and her design philosophy has influenced generations.
    • Key items and styles developed by Chanel during this era include Tweed suits, little black dresses, and the iconic 2.55 bag.

    Other designers / Houses

    • Lucien Lelong (1888-1958) was a key figure in the French haute couture world.
    • Elsa Schiaparelli (1890-1973) is recognized for creating avant-garde fashion and collaborations with Salvador Dali
    • Edward Molyneux (1881-1974) was a British designer whose work had a high level of refined simplicity

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