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There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.
Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.
A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.
While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.
Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.
- Where is Joan Miró from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Joan Miró was from Barcelona, Spain, originally. He was born there on April 20, 1893, and worked there at various times throughout his life. He also lived and worked in Paris, France; Mallorca, Spain; and New York City. On December 25, 1983, he died in the city of Palma, Spain. Find a selection of Joan Miró art on 1stDibs.
- Why is Joan Miró famous?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Joan Miró is famous because he was an influential artist during the early 20th century. Many historians credit him with pushing art away from the semi-realistic forms of earlier periods and toward full abstraction. Some of his most acclaimed works include The Farm, The Hunter, The Poetess and The Birth of the World. Shop a range of Joan Miró art on 1stDibs.
- When was Joan Miró born?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Joan Miró was born on April 20, 1893, in Barcelona, Spain. He lived in the country on and off throughout his life, and died there in the city of Palma on December 25, 1983. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Joan Miró art.
- Where did Joan Miró study?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Joan Miró studied art at the School of Industrial and Fine Arts in Barcelona, Spain. The school also went by the name The Llotja. Miró did not complete his studies. Instead, he dropped out and briefly attended the School of Commerce to study business at the urging of his parents. Shop a selection of Joan Miró art on 1stDibs.
- Is Joan Baez a painter?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Joan Baez is a painter. After retiring from music, Baez focused on her art, particularly portraiture. Like her music, her artwork conveys a greater social message and provides commentary on economic, racial and gender issues. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Joan Baez art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023One interesting fact about Joan Miró is that he was greatly influenced by his birthplace, Barcelona, Spain, and the city, in turn, has been influenced by him. To this day, a number of his public artworks can be found there, including the 72-foot-tall statue Dona i Ocell (Woman and Bird), which he made in 1983. Shop a selection of Joan Miró from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Joan Miró lived and worked in various cities throughout his life. He began creating art while living in Barcelona, Spain. He also resided and completed paintings, sculptures and other artwork in Mallorca, Spain; Paris, France; and New York, New York. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Joan Miró art.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024You can see Joan Mitchell's paintings in many locations. Her art hangs in museums in more than 25 states. Some American museums that have Mitchell's pieces in their collections include The Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois; and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California. Institutions outside of the U.S. also display the artist's works. Among them are the Centre Pompidou in Paris, France; The Tate Gallery in London, UK; Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal in Montreal, Canada; and the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, Australia. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Joan Mitchell art.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can find Joan Miró paintings at the Fundació Joan Miró in Barcelona, Spain; the Museum of Modern Art in New York, New York; the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois; and the Tate Gallery in London, UK. In addition, the artist's work is available to purchase through some dealers and on various reputable online platforms. Shop a range of Joan Miró art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Joan Miró began to paint at an early age. He created his first drawings in 1901 when he was only 8 years old. Many historians consider The Peasant his first painting. He produced it in 1914 at the age of 21. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Joan Miró art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To authenticate a Joan Miró piece, look for the artist's signature. Joan Miró hand-signed many of his works in a heavy script. Typically, he added only his last name and placed a period after the ó. Keep in mind that there are many reproductions of his works in circulation. As a result, the best way to authenticate the artist's work is to take your piece to a certified appraiser who can conduct research and thoroughly inspect the work to determine whether it is a genuine Miró. Shop a variety of Joan Miró from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023What piece is Joan Miró’s most famous is a matter of debate. The Catalan modernist was a critical force in moving 20th-century art toward complete abstraction. Although often considered an early Surrealist because of his nonobjective imagery and evocation of the subconscious, he defies neat categorization. Some of his most well-known works include The Farm, The Harlequin’s Carnival, The Hunter, Painting (Blue Star), Bleu II, The Escape Ladder, Still Life with Old Shoe, May 68, The Tilled Field and Portrait of Vincent Nubiola. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Joan Miró art from some of the world’s top galleries.
- What was Joan Miro's art style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Joan Miró is known as one of the pioneers of Surrealism, but at times his work steered towards Fauvism and Expressionism as well. The visual world Miró created with his expressive lines, signature symbols and biomorphic shapes was truly radical and it influenced artists such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko. Shop a wide range of Joan Miró art from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024Joan Miró contributed to Surrealism by producing pieces that incorporated nonobjective imagery and evoked the subconscious. With his wide-ranging oeuvre, including strikingly original paintings, prints, ceramics, sculptures, metal engravings and murals, the Catalan modernist was a critical force in moving 20th-century art toward complete abstraction. In addition to impacting fellow Surrealists, the radical visual world Miró created with its expressive lines, signature symbols and biomorphic shapes influenced American Abstract Expressionists such as Jackson Pollock and Color Field painters like Mark Rothko and Barnett Newman. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Joan Miró art.
- What is David Bailey famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025David Bailey is famous for his work as a photographer. At 15, the London-born David Bailey was jazz-mad and Picasso-loving but, being a dyslexic cockney, was booted out of school. Escape from gritty East London seemed unlikely until he picked up a Rolleiflex during his stint in the National Service. Three years later, in 1960, he was under contract at British Vogue.
Prodigiously talented, Bailey was also wildly charismatic and uncommonly pretty, a high-octane amalgam that no doubt fueled his meteoric rise. Soon, he was chronicling and surfing the cultural tsunami that transformed London in the Swinging Sixties, when young creatives from music, fashion, advertising, theater, film, TV and journalism toppled the British establishment to become the new royalty. This was the moment when the seeds of celebrity culture were sown.
Bailey snapped all these revolutionary artists: John Lennon and Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Michael Caine, Tom Stoppard and David Hockney. Each and every one looks impossibly dewy and fresh and brims with an entirely modern derring-do. So, too, do “the beautiful birds,” as Bailey called the alluring models and actresses who defined that decade: the exquisite Jean “Shrimp” Shrimpton, Twiggy, Penelope Tree, Brigitte Bardot, Jeanne Moreau and Catherine Deneuve.
Find a diverse assortment of David Bailey art on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025David Shapiro is famous for his achievements as an artist. The American painter produced works that used symbols to convey concepts related to meditation and energy work. His works are now in the collections of many museums, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, New York; the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, also in New York; and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco, California. Find a range of David Shapiro art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025David Wightman is famous for his artwork. He's known for his intensely colored paintings and prints of fictional landscapes. He describes his imagined landscapes as both idealized and impossible. Color and composition are the main preoccupations of his work. The surfaces of his paintings are made from textured wallpaper collaged with a technique similar to marquetry. Wightman has had solo exhibitions with galleries internationally and has been featured in Harper's Bazaar, The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Financial Times and Money Week. On 1stDibs, find a variety of David Wightman art.
- Can David Yurman rings be sized?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Select rings designed by David Yurman are able to be resized. It is recommended that you contact the customer service team at David Yurman in order to inquire about getting your ring resized. Find a variety of David Yurman jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022David Hockey was one of the first artists to use acrylics. He would paint large areas of one color, then would add finer details over top. Shop a selection of David Hockney’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The style of David LaChapelle's photography is unique and unable to fit into one category. Some people consider his photography a form of Surrealism, while others classify it as hyper-real. He is especially well known for photographing celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Amanda Lepore. Shop a collection of David LaChapelle art on 1stDibs.
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