Ghislaine Wood Books

Exploring the intersection of Surrealism and fashion, this book delves into how artists and designers manipulated the female body, creating a new, eroticized femininity. It highlights the innovative role of fashion magazines in disseminating these ideas, showcasing extraordinary pieces from Salvador Dalí, Elsa Schiaparelli, and Meret Oppenheim. With stunning illustrations, "The Surreal Body" presents a captivating examination of Surrealist fashion and adornment, revealing the complex relationship between art, desire, and the female form.

This lavishly illustrated book brings together nearly 40 essays from leading experts in the field to discuss the phenomenon that was Art Deco.

Draws on a wide array of paintings, sculpture, ceramics, photographs, jewelry, and other artworks from the collections of London's Victoria & Albert Museum to illuminate the sensuous, frequently erotic content of the Art Nouveau style.