1975 Fashion Illustration
A Bob Mackie mixed medium costume illustration of Carol Burnett wearing a color-blocked evening gown with a chiffon overlay for The Carol Burnett Show, season nine, episode one, with guest star Jim Nabors.
An A-line silhouette floor-length evening gown in poly crepe. An apricot, blush, and dark brown chiffon overlay sewn into the neckline freely hangs over the fitted gown for a diaphanous effect. The collar features a sequin fabric flower that matches the apricot and blush chiffon of the gown. A Bob Mackie label is sewn on the interior of the garment.
Carol Burnett and Bob Mackie had a unique design relationship. He was able to fashion and design costumes for her variety show, glamorous gowns and dresses for opening monologues, and amusing costumes for Burnett's sketches. Carol Burnett wrote on a photograph of herself, "For Bob, whose eye for detail is unsurpassed. Gratefully, Carol."
Bob Mackie began his career working with some of the most acclaimed Hollywood costume designers, Jean Louis and Edith Head. In 1963, he began working with Ray Aghayan for CBS's The Judy Garland Show, then went on to work and collaborate with Carol Burnett, Cher, and Diana Ross. Mackie’s satiric eye, referencing films from the Golden Age of cinema, and beaded nude illusion pieces became style hallmarks for the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. His designs continue to attract the interest of new generations of performers and celebrities.
Dimensions: 12 x 17 inches
Category: Bob Mackie, Celebrity, Carol Burnett
Provenance: PROVENANCE From Bob Mackie's Archives
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