Stage Costumes CNCS – Through the Collections of the National Centre for Stage Costume – Claude Fauque (book)

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Costumes de scène – À travers les collections du Centre National du Costume de Scène (CNCS)
by Claude Fauque – Preface by Christian Lacroix
Éditions La Martinière, 2011 – Hardcover – 232 pages – French language , Very good condition – Beautiful large-format album

Discover the extraordinary world of stage costumes preserved at the Centre National du Costume de Scène (CNCS) in Moulins, France — the only institution of its kind in the world.

Kept like priceless treasures in vast climate-controlled safes, the CNCS conserves more than 9,000 stage costumes and accessories (jewelry, wigs, bags, shoes) from the greatest French and international productions.

For the first time ever, this magnificent book opens the doors of these unique archives to the public. With over 500 spectacular costumes shown in stunning photographs, you will admire pieces once worn by legendary artists such as Rudolf Nureyev, Maria Callas, Isabelle Adjani, Teresa Berganza, Montserrat Caballé, Natalie Dessay, and Sarah Bernhardt.

These masterpieces were created by iconic costume designers including Christian Lacroix and Jean-Paul Gaultier, and made for prestigious stages like the Comédie-Française and the Paris Opera.

This superb coffee-table book is both a visual feast and a fascinating journey into the little-known craftsmanship of theatrical costume-making. It also features the exceptional architecture of the CNCS, redesigned by renowned architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte.

Perfect for lovers of:
– Theater, ballet & opera costumes
– Fashion history
– Textile arts
– Stage design and performing arts heritage

A true collector’s item and reference book for anyone passionate about the performing arts and haute couture.

Feel free to explore the additional photos in the top left-hand corner – just click on any of them to see an enlarged, close-up view!

Want to pay in Euros? Before placing your order, click the orange word “French” located just below the main product photo. This instantly switches the page to the French version with prices in €.