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Simon, Pierre (1907—1999)

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1907—1999

Biography

Pierre Simon worked as an illustrator for advertisements in the first half of the twentieth century. His illustrations can be found in many publications, including L'Illustration, French Vogue, the New York Times and others from the 1920s through the 1950s.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Pierre Simon sketch collection, 1950-1975

 Collection
Identifier: SC.195
Scope and Contents

This collection hold sketches by three fashion designers collected by Pierre Simon. The bulk (248) of the drawings are by Pierre Balmain (198 b/w and watercolor and 49 b/w pencil sketches). The remaining two sketches include 1 drawing each by Christian Dior and Elsa Schiaparelli.

Dates: 1950-1975