Fernandel the Dressmaker [Le couturier de ces dames]

Paris: Cite Films, 1956. Collection of 24 vintage reference photographs from the 1956 French film, here under the French title "Le couturier de ces dames." 13 photographs with numeric annotations on the versos in pencil, and one with "Le couturier de ces dames" in mimeograph duplication to same.

A tailor needs to create a lasting fashion line to save his business. He does, but he also cavorts a little with the models, only for his wife to discover his infidelity. A send-up of the new haute couture popular at the time, with notable designers Yves Saint Laurent, Pierre Cardin (who worked on the film), and Japanese native Hanae Mori representing the "new look."

Shot on location in Val-de-Marne, France.

One photo 3.25 x 4.25 inches, the balance 5 x 7 inches. Generally Near Fine.

[Book #143289]