Laissez-moi-seule! - George Barbier, 1919

The Story Behind

George Barbier's "Laissez-moi-seule!" (Leave me alone!) from his 1919 series Les Feuillets d'Art is a stunning early example of Art Deco fashion illustration, capturing the sophisticated and independent spirit emerging post-World War I. The piece portrays a dazzling woman, adorned in an extravagant, avant-garde gown featuring bold patterns, rich textures, and dramatic feathered accents, topped with a striking blue cloche hat. Her elegant pose, holding a single rose and seemingly observing a distant, discreet male figure, conveys a sense of serene allure and self-possession. Barbier's signature blend of delicate lines, vibrant colors, and theatrical flair defines this exquisite vintage fashion print, making it a quintessential representation of the period's evolving glamour and a significant piece for collectors of early 20th-century decorative arts and Belle Époque design.