Karl Lagerfeld Signed Original Fashion Design Sketch.

LAGERFELD, Karl.

$7,800.00

Item Number: 147291

Rare original fashion design sketch done and signed by legendary fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. Mixed-media full-body sketch of a female model wearing a multi-buttoned long-sleeved collared shirt. Signed on the lower left corner by Lagerfeld and annotated on the upper right, “Chemise, body.” Double-matted and framed. In fine condition. The entire piece measures 16.3 inches by 12.75 inches. A decidedly rare fashion sketch from the influential designer, who was known to discard his sketches after the initial design phase.

Karl Otto Lagerfeld fashion career in the 1950s, working for several of the top fashion houses before reviving the Chanel brand in 1983. His style patterns, designs, and marketing direction brought newfound fame to himself and to the company, changing the definition of "sexiness" and moving the fashion world with his trends. Lagerfeld has been honored with the creation of The Couture Council Fashion Visionary Award of the Fashion Institute of Technology and the presentation of the Outstanding Achievement Award at the British Fashion Awards for his contributions to fashion.