Head Scarf
1947 (made)
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Grey silk head scarf screen-printed with a pattern of grapes outlined in black and filled with yellow dashes. Framed by irregular black and yellow borders.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Screen-printed silk
Plain weave |
| Brief description | Screen-printed silk head scarf, designed by André Derain, made by Ascher Ltd, London, 1947 |
| Physical description | Grey silk head scarf screen-printed with a pattern of grapes outlined in black and filled with yellow dashes. Framed by irregular black and yellow borders. |
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| Production type | Limited edition |
| Marks and inscriptions | 'Ascher. Made in England' (Label; Weaving) |
| Object history | Historical significance: Fabric shortages during the Second World War contributed to the growth in popularity of head scarves which were colourful and practical and could enhance monotonous uniforms. Ascher initially revived nineteenth century prints in bold new colours and in the 1940's began to commission leading French and English artists to design patterns for his head scarves. Exclusive arrangements were made with some artists such as Felix Topolski and Henry Moore while others contributed on an occasional basis. The scarves were then screen printed by hand in the Ascher studio and proved immensely popular. An exhibition of the squares was held at the Lefevre Gallery in Paris in 1947. It was the first time that a prestigious gallery had shown a comprehensive collection of modern textiles by contemporary artists. |
| Production | Reason For Production: Retail |
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| Accession number | T.719-1997 |
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| Record created | April 12, 2000 |
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