MARIA MONACI GALLENGA STENCILED OPERA CAPE
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MARIA MONACI GALLENGA STENCILED OPERA CAPE

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Maria Monaci Gallenga (1880-1944)

Opera cape

Italy c. 1920-25

Silk velvet, metallic pigments, Murano beads

 

An exceptional Maria Monaci Gallenga opera cape (c. 1920-25) features the designers innovative metallic stencil technique on luminous silk velvet, a proprietary process distinct from Fortuny’s that allowed for subtle tonal shifts in the pigment. The textiles dense repetitive border is a masterful revival of Byzantine mosaic and architectural ornament, demonstrating Gallenga’s commitment to recontextualizing historical motifs within a modern silhouette.

 

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CONDITION

• Mint •
Virtually no wear, in most cases refers to a vintage garment that has not been worn, may include original tags, and can be referred to as “deadstock.”
• Excellent •
Shows hardly any signs of wear.
• Very Good •
Shows normal signs of wear with some minor visible problems but will not detract from wearability of the garment.
• Good •
Vintage garment has obvious flaws and can use mending.
• Fair •
The garment is most likely not wearable, but could serve as an inspiration or study piece.

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