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What year was Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel born?
What year was Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel born?
- 1880
- 1883 (correct)
- 1890
- 1885
Gabrielle Chanel spent her early years in an orphanage.
Gabrielle Chanel spent her early years in an orphanage.
True (A)
What name did Gabrielle Chanel adopt around 1907-1908?
What name did Gabrielle Chanel adopt around 1907-1908?
Coco
Gabrielle Chanel was born in ________.
Gabrielle Chanel was born in ________.
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
What is the timeframe of the Roaring Twenties?
What is the timeframe of the Roaring Twenties?
The term 'Garçonne' refers to a fashion trend that focused solely on men's styles.
The term 'Garçonne' refers to a fashion trend that focused solely on men's styles.
What cultural movement became the main artistic influence in the Roaring Twenties?
What cultural movement became the main artistic influence in the Roaring Twenties?
The Roaring Twenties is characterized by economic prosperity and significant __________ change.
The Roaring Twenties is characterized by economic prosperity and significant __________ change.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Which of the following best describes the societal context of the Roaring Twenties?
Which of the following best describes the societal context of the Roaring Twenties?
Jazz became less popular during the Roaring Twenties.
Jazz became less popular during the Roaring Twenties.
Which two regions are primarily associated with the Roaring Twenties?
Which two regions are primarily associated with the Roaring Twenties?
Which architectural principle is NOT associated with Le Corbusier?
Which architectural principle is NOT associated with Le Corbusier?
Mallet Stevens was known for his contributions to modern art in the 20th century.
Mallet Stevens was known for his contributions to modern art in the 20th century.
Name one reason why Paris attracted foreign artists during the early 20th century.
Name one reason why Paris attracted foreign artists during the early 20th century.
Le Corbusier's architectural style is part of the __________ movement.
Le Corbusier's architectural style is part of the __________ movement.
Match the following architects with their notable works:
Match the following architects with their notable works:
What characteristic defines the International Style in architecture?
What characteristic defines the International Style in architecture?
The Cité Radieuse was designed by Mallet Stevens.
The Cité Radieuse was designed by Mallet Stevens.
Which famous modern art masters were noted for attracting artists to Paris?
Which famous modern art masters were noted for attracting artists to Paris?
The __________ Building and the Chrysler Building were both completed in the 1930s.
The __________ Building and the Chrysler Building were both completed in the 1930s.
What year was Villa Savoye completed?
What year was Villa Savoye completed?
Which artistic movements are associated with the Parisian art scene? (Select all that apply)
Which artistic movements are associated with the Parisian art scene? (Select all that apply)
Marcel Duchamp considered photography to be inferior to painting.
Marcel Duchamp considered photography to be inferior to painting.
Who is known as a complete female artist associated with geometrical abstraction?
Who is known as a complete female artist associated with geometrical abstraction?
The Delphos dress was designed by __________.
The Delphos dress was designed by __________.
Match the following artists with their main contributions:
Match the following artists with their main contributions:
Which quote is attributed to Gabrielle Chanel?
Which quote is attributed to Gabrielle Chanel?
The Parisian art scene lacked diversity in artistic styles.
The Parisian art scene lacked diversity in artistic styles.
What is the primary focus of Sonia Delaunay's work?
What is the primary focus of Sonia Delaunay's work?
Man Ray is known primarily for his contributions to __________.
Man Ray is known primarily for his contributions to __________.
Match the following artists to their significant works or styles:
Match the following artists to their significant works or styles:
What aspect of fashion did Gabrielle Chanel emphasize?
What aspect of fashion did Gabrielle Chanel emphasize?
Cubism is one of the key features of the Parisian art scene.
Cubism is one of the key features of the Parisian art scene.
Name one artist associated with Fauvism.
Name one artist associated with Fauvism.
The term __________ refers to the artistic movement aiming to negate traditional techniques and aesthetics.
The term __________ refers to the artistic movement aiming to negate traditional techniques and aesthetics.
Match the artists to their known styles:
Match the artists to their known styles:
What significant financial event occurred in 1929 that influenced global economics?
What significant financial event occurred in 1929 that influenced global economics?
Elsa Schiaparelli collaborated with Salvador Dali on surrealist fashion designs.
Elsa Schiaparelli collaborated with Salvador Dali on surrealist fashion designs.
In which year did Elsa Schiaparelli exhibit her designs at the Met Museum?
In which year did Elsa Schiaparelli exhibit her designs at the Met Museum?
The financial crisis that shaped the Great Depression is known as the _____ Crash of 1929.
The financial crisis that shaped the Great Depression is known as the _____ Crash of 1929.
Match the following fashion items with their corresponding years:
Match the following fashion items with their corresponding years:
Which decade is marked by the designs presented in this content?
Which decade is marked by the designs presented in this content?
The evening wear from 1938 featured insect-shaped buttons.
The evening wear from 1938 featured insect-shaped buttons.
Who attended Jacques Fath's ball in costume in 1952?
Who attended Jacques Fath's ball in costume in 1952?
Schiaparelli is famously associated with the artistic movement known as _____.
Schiaparelli is famously associated with the artistic movement known as _____.
Which fashion design was associated with the year 1940?
Which fashion design was associated with the year 1940?
In what year did Gabrielle Chanel open her store at 21 Rue Cambon in Paris?
In what year did Gabrielle Chanel open her store at 21 Rue Cambon in Paris?
Gabrielle Chanel introduced the little black dress in 1926.
Gabrielle Chanel introduced the little black dress in 1926.
What fragrance associated with Chanel was introduced in 1921?
What fragrance associated with Chanel was introduced in 1921?
The fabric that Gabrielle Chanel popularized in 1916 is called ___.
The fabric that Gabrielle Chanel popularized in 1916 is called ___.
Match the year with the event related to Gabrielle Chanel:
Match the year with the event related to Gabrielle Chanel:
Which of the following products is NOT a signature item of Gabrielle Chanel?
Which of the following products is NOT a signature item of Gabrielle Chanel?
Chanel's creations emphasized simplicity and comfort over extravagance.
Chanel's creations emphasized simplicity and comfort over extravagance.
What was the primary fabric used in the Chanel tweed suit introduced in the 1920s?
What was the primary fabric used in the Chanel tweed suit introduced in the 1920s?
Gabrielle Chanel was often associated with a timeless accessory, the ___ necklace.
Gabrielle Chanel was often associated with a timeless accessory, the ___ necklace.
Match the Chanel codes with their descriptions:
Match the Chanel codes with their descriptions:
What did the 'Chanel revolution' primarily focus on?
What did the 'Chanel revolution' primarily focus on?
Chanel designed clothing only for the upper class.
Chanel designed clothing only for the upper class.
Which British historical figure did Gabrielle Chanel have associations with?
Which British historical figure did Gabrielle Chanel have associations with?
Chanel's famous fragrance, known for its iconic bottle design, was launched in ___.
Chanel's famous fragrance, known for its iconic bottle design, was launched in ___.
Flashcards
Parisian Art Scene
Parisian Art Scene
A thriving artistic environment in Paris characterized by diverse styles and active support from galleries, critics, and collectors.
Dada
Dada
An artistic and literary movement that rejected traditional art forms and embraced absurdity and experimentation.
Surrealism
Surrealism
An artistic movement emphasizing the imagination and the subconscious.
Modernes
Modernes
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Fauvism
Fauvism
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Cubism
Cubism
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Expressionism
Expressionism
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Soutine, Modigliani, Chagall, Utrillo
Soutine, Modigliani, Chagall, Utrillo
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Man Ray
Man Ray
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Fashion History (1900-1929)
Fashion History (1900-1929)
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Marianne Fortuny
Marianne Fortuny
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Sonia Delaunay
Sonia Delaunay
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Gabrielle Chanel
Gabrielle Chanel
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Fashion & Art (1914-1940)
Fashion & Art (1914-1940)
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Coco Chanel Quote
Coco Chanel Quote
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Chanel's Quotes on Luxury
Chanel's Quotes on Luxury
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The Roaring Twenties
The Roaring Twenties
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Les Années Folles
Les Années Folles
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Garçonne style
Garçonne style
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1919-1929
1919-1929
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Art Deco
Art Deco
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Jazz Music
Jazz Music
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Social, Cultural and Artistic Activity
Social, Cultural and Artistic Activity
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Women's Emancipation
Women's Emancipation
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Coco Chanel's birth year
Coco Chanel's birth year
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Chanel's early life location
Chanel's early life location
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Chanel's nickname origin
Chanel's nickname origin
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Gabrielle Chanel's orphanage years
Gabrielle Chanel's orphanage years
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Chanel's cafe time period
Chanel's cafe time period
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1900-1929 Fashion History
1900-1929 Fashion History
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Architectural Styles
Architectural Styles
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Modernist Movement
Modernist Movement
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Le Corbusier
Le Corbusier
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5 Principles of Modernism
5 Principles of Modernism
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Parisian Art Scene
Parisian Art Scene
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School of Paris
School of Paris
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Key Architects
Key Architects
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Villa Savoye
Villa Savoye
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International Style
International Style
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1929 Financial Crisis
1929 Financial Crisis
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Wall Street Crash
Wall Street Crash
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Great Depression
Great Depression
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Evening jacket (1937)
Evening jacket (1937)
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Evening Dress (1937)
Evening Dress (1937)
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Evening Suit (1937-38)
Evening Suit (1937-38)
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Elsa Schiaparelli
Elsa Schiaparelli
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Surrealism
Surrealism
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The Wrap Dress (1940)
The Wrap Dress (1940)
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1914-1940 Fashion
1914-1940 Fashion
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Chanel's First Store
Chanel's First Store
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Chanel's Deauville Store
Chanel's Deauville Store
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Chanel's 1915 Location
Chanel's 1915 Location
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Chanel's Parisian Store (1918)
Chanel's Parisian Store (1918)
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Chanel Fashion Revolution
Chanel Fashion Revolution
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Chanel No. 5 (year)
Chanel No. 5 (year)
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Little Black Dress (LBD) Year
Little Black Dress (LBD) Year
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Chanel's British Connections
Chanel's British Connections
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Chanel's Tweed (Year)
Chanel's Tweed (Year)
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Chanel's Ballet Connection
Chanel's Ballet Connection
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Chanel's Peak Employment
Chanel's Peak Employment
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Chanel's War Years
Chanel's War Years
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Chanel's Comeback
Chanel's Comeback
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Chanel's Tweed Suit Success
Chanel's Tweed Suit Success
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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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Test your knowledge about the iconic Roaring Twenties, a decade marked by cultural and societal shifts. Explore key figures like Coco Chanel, important events, and the artistic movements that shaped this vibrant era. See how well you know this transformative time in history.
