Inspiration - A Muse Among Friends. The Personal Collection of China Machado

Oct 03, 2016 - Oct 16, 2016

Model for Givenchy, Dior and Balenciaga, editor for Harpers Bazaar, writer and television producer, China Machado is one of the most celebrated and remarkable figures in fashion history. The exclusive muse of photographer Richard Avedon, China’s life and career has also been recorded by photographers Bruce Weber, Francesco Scavullo, Jerry Shatzberg and Steven Meisel among others.

This Grand Gallery Exhibition will feature some of the best of these images along with paintings and drawings by Andy Warhol, Geoffrey Holder and many of fashion’s top illustrators. Along with archival publications and modern-day “selfies”, this elegant and energetic presentation confirms The National Arts Club’s commitment to celebrating fashion as art.



Model for Givenchy, Dior and Balenciaga, editor for Harpers Bazaar, writer and television producer, China Machado is one of the most celebrated and remarkable figures in fashion history. The exclusive muse of photographer Richard Avedon, China’s life and career has also been recorded by photographers Bruce Weber, Francesco Scavullo, Jerry Shatzberg and Steven Meisel among others.

This Grand Gallery Exhibition will feature some of the best of these images along with paintings and drawings by Andy Warhol, Geoffrey Holder and many of fashion’s top illustrators. Along with archival publications and modern-day “selfies”, this elegant and energetic presentation confirms The National Arts Club’s commitment to celebrating fashion as art.



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15 Gramercy Park South Gramercy Park - New York, NY, USA 10003
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