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Christie’s Paris Unveils ‘A Salon by Alexis Mabille’ Exhibition-Sale October 29, 2024Art Events, Designer, Paris0 Comments

Christie’s Paris Hosts “A Salon by Alexis Mabille” Exhibition-Sale

Paris – From October 24 to November 19, Christie’s Paris invites art and fashion aficionados to experience A Salon by Alexis Mabille, a unique exhibition-sale that celebrates the grandeur of haute couture-inspired interiors. Following New York’s showcase of François-Xavier Lalanne’s work staged by designer Simon Porte Jacquemus, Christie’s France has entrusted celebrated haute couture designer and decorative arts enthusiast Alexis Mabille to bring his vision to Paris.

Renowned for his sophisticated approach to both fashion and design, Mabille extends his creative talents to the world of interior design through his decoration studio, BEAU BOW. Known for crafting warm, inviting, and stylish environments, Mabille’s vision merges diverse colors and eclectic styles, creating spaces rich in character and elegance. This exhibition will breathe new life into the opulent spirit of the legendary Callot Soeurs, whose former residence on Avenue Matignon, designed by architect René Sergent, now houses Christie’s Paris.

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In Mabille’s “salon,” visitors will witness an updated revival of the Callot Soeurs’ iconic salons, which once juxtaposed exotic Coromandel lacquer screens with refined Louis XV furniture in a harmonious blend. His distinctive approach to design emphasizes the unique personality and emotion of each object, presenting a fresh perspective that redefines classic interior decor. By incorporating his own creations, Mabille offers a novel interpretation of interior design, where unexpected and innovative pairings bring a playful and modern twist to timeless elegance.

Visitors and collectors alike can expect to be captivated by Mabille’s signature combinations—playful, daring, and always sophisticated, making this exhibition-sale an unmissable event on the Paris cultural calendar.

Paris: Where Fashion Finds Its Heart and History

In Paris, the city that lives and breathes fashion more than any other, designers and couturiers have always held a unique place. The couturiers of yesteryear, like today’s designers, are not only creators but also collectors, patrons, and key figures in the city’s artistic and cultural life. It’s no wonder that Christie’s Paris has built its auction history around names that have defined Parisian elegance—Coco Chanel in 1978, Karl Lagerfeld in 2000, Jeanne Lanvin in 2008, Yves Saint Laurent in 2009, Hélène Rochas in 2012, and Hubert de Givenchy from 2017 to 2022.

This October 24 through November 21, Christie’s Paris pays homage to this unique Parisian spirit and the legacy of its historic venue—once home to the iconic Maison Callot Soeurs. In an extraordinary exhibition-sale, Christie’s will showcase a curated selection of works embodying the essence of fashion’s greatest names. For private collectors and enthusiasts, it’s an invitation to experience the timeless elegance and artistic legacy of haute couture in Paris’s historic heart.

Art Meets Haute Couture: Christie’s Paris Celebrates Timeless Elegance in a New Exhibition-Sale

This season, Christie’s Paris brings a unique dialogue between art and fashion to life, bridging the worlds of haute couture and fine craftsmanship in an exhibition-sale that tells a story of style across eras. Running from October 24 to November 21, this event showcases works that capture the essence of timeless elegance and the deep connections between couture and decorative arts.

Among the exhibition’s standout pieces is Sarah Bernhardt’s marble Allegory of Music, a nod to her close relationship with designer Jacques Doucet and a powerful reminder of the porous boundaries between fashion and art. An architectural piece by Jacob Desmalter brings to mind the enduring fascination with structure and form, a passion shared by generations of fashion visionaries. Equally evocative is a lacquered Coromandel screen, a staple of Gabrielle Chanel’s Parisian apartment on Rue Cambon, where she famously owned 32 such pieces, each reflecting her fascination with exoticism and historical blend.

Furniture like Pierre Roussel’s exquisitely crafted lacquered pieces illustrate the refined interiors that couturiers have long been known for, skillfully integrating diverse cultures and epochs. A Diego Giacometti table could have easily captivated Hubert de Givenchy, known for his appreciation of both contemporary art and eighteenth-century seating, while a period mirror or a set of Roman emperor busts evoke the timeless classicism that Parisian designers have continually reinterpreted for their era.

The exhibition’s creative direction is led by Alexis Mabille, a designer known for his innate ability to draw inspiration from his surroundings and transform it into a unique aesthetic. His decoration studio, BEAU BOW—named after his iconic bowtie design—crafts spaces that blend eras, mixing volumes, materials, and hues to create warm, sophisticated settings that feel alive with character. Since 2021, Mabille has extended his creative vision into the realm of furniture design, producing limited-edition pieces in the finest French artisanal traditions. These contemporary works, embodying Mabille’s flair for creating inviting, luxurious spaces, will be featured alongside Christie’s selection of historical pieces in this unique event.

Christie’s Paris invites you to explore the artistry and elegance of “A Salon by Alexis Mabille,” a rare opportunity for collectors and art lovers to immerse themselves in the timeless sophistication of Parisian style.

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