Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11

Extremely Rare Mariano Fortuny Cotton Delphos

About the Item

This extraordinarily rare dress is made of finely pleated white cotton. Few cotton pleated Fortuny dresses have been documented and survived. Named after a Greek classical sculpture, the Delphos Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in silk by a process never successfully duplicated.Fortunys delphos was an interpretation of the chiton, involving the introduction of his minute pleated fabrics. the columnar dress is either sleeveless, short or long sleeved, the neck is controlled by a drawstring and the sleeves can be closed on the shoulders by seaming or cording in a lacing with glass bead trim. length 52" Shoulder 4" Armhole 14" belt printed in terracotta In the early 20th century avant-garde american dancers Isadora Duncan and Ruth St. Denis wore Fortunys designs because of their interest in the body and movement ,and also their aesthetic appeal . Originally made to be worn as tea gowns for entertaining at home only, the delphos and peplos gowns were seen outside the home by the 1930s continuing the the trend to the present. Belt and No Glass Beading The pleats in the fabric allow the gown to expand to fit a range of sizes. As renown specialists in Fortuny, Vintage Luxury is always interested in acquiring the finest examples of Fortuny including entire collections.
  • Designer:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Material Notes:
    white cotton ,colored pigment
  • Condition:
    excellent.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: AAU11013017632D
More From This SellerView All
  • Mariano Fortuny Claret Delphos. Provenance Tina Chow
    By Fortuny
    Located in New York, NY
    This dress is made of finely pleated claret colored silk with silk cording along side seams, and multicolored glass beads threaded through the cording. The beads are amber glass with...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

  • Mariano Fortuny Sienna Peplos Gown
    By Fortuny
    Located in New York, NY
    This dress is made of finely pleated sienna colored silk with silk cording along side seams,shoulders and tunic hem with multicolored glass beads threaded through the cording. The...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Greek Style Dresses

  • Mariano Fortuny Rare Shell Pink Long Sleeved Delphos Gown
    By Fortuny
    Located in New York, NY
    Description: This dress is made of finely pleated shell pink colored silk with silk cording along side seams, and multicolored glass beads threaded through the cording. Named aft...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

  • Oscar de la Renta Poppy Print Halter
    By Oscar De La Renta
    Located in New York, NY
    Charming Oscar de la Renta Poppy Print Halter dress in synthetic knit with large floral border. 1970s USA. Size 12 vintage/6-8 Contemporary. W...
    Category

    1970s American Maxi Dresses

  • Deco Shadow Print Chiffon Cherries Dress
    Located in New York, NY
    Silk chiffon dress from the 1930s with an unusual cut and modern presence. Oversized kimono sleeves fall from a yoke and are loosely gathered and float over the the dress in an unusu...
    Category

    Early 20th Century American Art Deco Day Dresses

  • Mariano Fortuny Amythest Delphos Gown
    By Fortuny
    Located in New York, NY
    This dress is made of finely pleated amythest colored silk with silk cording along side seams, and multicolored glass beads threaded through the cording. Named after a Greek cla...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

You May Also Like
  • 1960s Maggy Rouff Pink Silk Dress
    By Maggy Rouff
    Located in Paris, FR
    Maggy Rouff pink silk dress featuring a white ribbon detail, a center back zip opening, a silk lining. Label: Maggy Rouff - 14 Avenue Montaigne Paris...
    Category

    1960s French Cocktail Dresses

  • Elegant Moroccan White Caftan with Gold Metallic Floral Brocade
    Located in North Hollywood, CA
    Elegant Moroccan white caftan with gold lame metallic floral brocade, This is an exceptional example of Moroccan fashion design dating to the 1970s, Handcrafted in Morocco and tailored for a relaxed fit. It is trimmed in handcrafted “passementerie”. The neckline does up with ball shaped buttons and loops. The body of the garment is loose fitting and flares to the bottom. This long maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand with detailing around neckline, shoulders and cuffs. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern Moorish gown. The kaftan features a traditional neckline, embellished sleeves. It is a slip on, the button does not open. In Morocco, fashion preserves its traditional style inherited from great civilizations that found their way to Northwest Africa, such as the ottomans and the moors. Moroccan fashion has been recognized for its style and has garnered a reputation, winning awards in international fashion shows throughout Europe. Marrakech Bohemian, Yves Saint Laurent style. Sizing: No size is indicated, but, being a loose fitting garment, this should fit a range of medium to large sizes, please rely on the following measurements for fit: Shoulders 17” across Sleeves 24” Bust 24” flat Waist 25” flat Hips 27” flat Length 56”, measured flat Condition: It is in very good condition with no wear, tear, stains or odors, this caftan looks like it saw little use and was well stored over the years. This is a beautiful example of 1970s Moroccan fashion design, only now becoming more appreciated and sure to increase in value! Women's long flare bell sleeves Islamic dress...
    Category

    1970s Moroccan Caftans

  • Moroccan Elegant Luxury Dupiono Silk Caftan Gown Maxi Dress
    Located in North Hollywood, CA
    Elegant Moroccan luxury silk caftan gown. Stunning elegant classic Dupioni silk fabric in ivory color. easy light to wear around the house or at a party. This long maxi dress kaftan ...
    Category

    20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

  • Elegant Moroccan Caftan White and Gold Metallic Floral Brocade
    Located in North Hollywood, CA
    Elegant Moroccan caftan white and gold lame metallic floral brocade, circa 1970s. It’s crafted in Morocco and tailored for a relaxed fit with wide sleeves This long maxi dress kaftan...
    Category

    20th Century Moroccan Caftans

  • Moroccan Caftan, Silk Brocade Vintage Kaftan
    Located in North Hollywood, CA
    Elegant Moroccan caftan silk gold damask gorgeous vintage hostess gown. Light green floral leaf design on silk Kaftan circa 1970s. Exotic oriental long maxi caftan dress with long sleeves in shimmering brocade beige and gold fabric. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. This long maxi dress kaftan is embellished entirely by hand. The front is embellished at the front with woven gold buttons and loops that run down the center to the hemline. The cuffs and border seams are accented with handmade applique gold trim. This exotic Arabic maxi dress caftan gown makes a very extravagant garment for formal attire to transitions effortlessly to casual wear. Handcrafted in Morocco and tailored for a relaxed fit with wide sleeves, It is made in the traditional form of a Moroccan caftan using metallic brocade fabric and trimmed in handcrafted “passementerie”. The body of the garment is loose fitting and flares to the bottom. The sleeves are somewhat bell shaped with an open cuff that closes up with metallic gold buttons. The fabric is a rich looking metallic thread blend brocade. This long maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand with detailing around a traditional neckline, with embellished sleeves In Morocco, fashion preserves its traditional style inherited from great civilizations that found their way to Northwest Africa, such as the Ottomans and the Moors. Moroccan fashion has been recognized for its style and has garnered a reputation, winning awards in international fashion shows throughout Europe. Marrakech Bohemian style. Sizing: No size is indicated, but, being a loose fitting garment, this should fit a range of medium to large sizes - please rely on the following measurements for fit: Measurements: Bust 36”. Waist 36”. Hips 44”. Across shoulders 13”. Sleeve length 25.5”. Centre back length 60”. Handcrafted by Moroccan Artist designer, this is a one of a kind caftan, inspired by the tales of princess of the Arabian Nights. The Kaftan is a long and wide tunic, collarless, long-sleeved, worn by man and women in Africa and the Middle East. The Moroccan kaftans inspired European and global designers as Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Oscar de La Renta, Emilio Pucci, and many more who made the Moorish caftans famous in the 1960s and 1970s. Loose fit this caftan blends ease and timeless style with its relaxed fit and intricate embroidery, for a casual evening out or dress it up with jeweled sandals...
    Category

    20th Century Moroccan Maxi Dresses

  • Moroccan Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa
    Located in North Hollywood, CA
    Moroccan caftan in peach brocade, maxi dress kaftan handmade by Moroccan artist. Handcrafted vintage exotic 1970s ceremonial caftan gown from North Africa, Morocco. This maxi dress...
    Category

    20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Recently Viewed

View All

The 1stDibs Promise

Learn More

Expertly Vetted Sellers

Confidence at Checkout

Price-Match Guarantee

Exceptional Support

Buyer Protection

Trusted Global Delivery