Fumée: Robe du soir, de Beer (1921) fashion illustration by George Barbier

Fumée: Robe du soir, de Beer (1921) — George Barbier

A column of smoke, a column of silk. Barbier’s Art Deco muse glides across the page in an evening gown for the couture house Beer—profile poised, drapery precise, every curve and fold distilled to elegant geometry. Flat colour, crisp outline, and a wisp of “fumée” turn fashion into theatre. This fine-art print adds chic, 1920s glamour to any room.

Why it captivates

• Art Deco elegance — streamlined silhouette, luxurious restraint.

• Pochoir-style clarity — rich, flat colour and razor-clean edges that sing at scale.

• Couture pedigree — evening dress for Maison Beer, captured at its height.

• Graphic drama — smoke motif and negative space in perfect balance.

• Timeless palette — refined tones that pair with timber, linen, brass.

• Statement artwork — sophisticated focal point for living rooms, dressing areas, studios.

What you’ll see

An elongated figure in a sleek robe du soir; gloved arm and plume-like “smoke” curling upward; stylised ground with Deco accents; beautifully controlled line and flats. Up close: delicate patterning and precise contour. From a step back: a serene, fashion-forward silhouette with unmistakable 1920s poise.

A richer historical frame

Illustrator George Barbier (1882–1932) helped define the look of 1920s Paris—fashion plates, theatre designs, and deluxe pochoir prints for leading houses and magazines. Dated 1921, Fumée: Robe du soir, de Beer embodies the era’s couture modernity: polished line, sumptuous colour, and a cool, composed sense of luxury.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

669 × 841 mm (approx. 26.34 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.795 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: cut the mat window to ~665 × 837 mm for a clean 2–3 mm edge overlap.

  • Contemporary: float-mount within an A0 frame for a generous gallery reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Art Deco devotees and fashion-history lovers

• Stylists & collectors curating sleek, glamorous interiors

• Boutiques & dressing rooms seeking couture atmosphere

• Gift-givers celebrating weddings, anniversaries, and milestone birthdays

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let 1920s Paris glide into your space—order your fine-art print of Barbier’s Fumée: Robe du soir, de Beer today.