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Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams

By on December 20, 2022

Following its success at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, and after having traveled the world from London to New York(*1), the exhibition Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams will be presented at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, starting December 21, 2022; an exceptional event that celebrates the sincere, singular ties between Dior and Japan.

Paced by a new scenographic narrative designed – as a tribute to Japanese culture – by architect Shohei Shigematsu(*2), Partner of OMA, this retrospective, which is being reinvented under the curatorship of Florence Müller, spotlights more than seventy-five years of bold passion, punctuated by wonderful discoveries: from the artistic influences of the founding couturier to his love of gardens, from the sumptuous magic of balls to his fascination with the creative richness of Japan, which inspired Dior’s collections from the outset. This unwavering friendship, consolidated by unique collaborations and mutual admiration, is reflected by precious archival documents, most of which have never been shown to the public.

Unveiled one by one are accessories and haute couture models from the past to the present, dreamed up by Christian Dior – including the quintessential Bar suit, an eternal emblem of the New Look – and by the various Artistic Directors who have succeeded him: Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons and Maria Grazia Chiuri. Visitors will be able to discover a selection of captivating, prestigious works from the MOT’s collection, as well as pictures by Japanese photographer Yuriko Takagi(*3) specially created for this exhibition and for its poster. Perpetuating the visionary spirit of Christian Dior, innovative icons are also exhibited, such as the Lady Dior bag reinterpreted in the Dior Lady Art and Lady Dior As Seen By projects, along with the worlds of Miss Dior and J’adore perfumes, novel reflections of the history and continual inventiveness of the House.

Until May 28, 2023
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, Exhibition Gallery 1F / B2F

Admission

Adults – 2,000 yen / University & College Students, Over 65 – 1,300 yen / High School Students & Younger – Free
*By courtesy of Christian Dior Couture, this exhibition is free of charge for high school students and younger. Please show proof of age at the museum ticket counter to receive an admission ticket. There may be a wait to enter the exhibition when congested. To help ease the congestion, we cordially ask you to visit in the mornings and in small groups.
*Ticket includes admission to the MOT Collection exhibition.
*Children younger than elementary school age need to be accompanied by a guardian.
*Persons with a Physical Disability Certificate, Intellectual Disability Certificate, Intellectual Disability Welfare Certificate, or Atomic Bomb Survivor Welfare Certificate as well as up to two attendants are admitted free of charge.
*For free admission, discount eligibility, and other information, please click here.

【Same-day tickets】
Same-day tickets are available at the museum ticket counter for each time slot but only in limited numbers.
*There may be a wait to purchase tickets and enter the exhibition, and admission time may not suit your request. Please also note in advance that tickets may be sold out early.

 

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