Delphine Desveaux’s *Fortuny* offers a richly illustrated portrait of the Spanish designer whose innovative textiles and theatrical costumes left an indelible mark on early‑20th‑century fashion. Drawing on archival photographs, sketches, and contemporary commentary, the book traces Fortuny’s creative journey from his Venetian workshops to the glamorous salons of Paris and New York. Readers discover the technical brilliance behind his famed pleated silk, the cultural influences that shaped his aesthetic, and the personal passions that fueled his artistic vision. With concise narrative text complemented by full‑color reproductions, the volume serves both as a visual celebration of Fortuny’s legacy and as an accessible biography for anyone interested in costume design, fashion history, or the broader artistic currents of Italy and Europe during his era.

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