Smart’s stunning new gown includes stars made from paper quilling which are placed around its border in lieu of the notes of Symphony no. 8 in C minor by British composer and astronomer William Herschel, as we celebrate the bicentennial of his birth.
The Regency Wardrobe collection, of which this dress is a part, is formed of twelve garments and twelve accessories all made entirely from paper and thread. It includes a full naval officer's uniform, a Ball gown, walking dresses, parasols and a jewellery box. The collection is currently on show split between the Royal Pavilion until 11 September 2022 and Worthing Museum until 7 August 2022.
Image: Stephanie Smart, Symphony of Stars, 2022, H1390 mm x 1310 mm.
Courtesy and ©Stephanie Smart and Renée Pfister Art & Gallery Consultancy, 2022.
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