D'ORA & The OPIUM KIMONO

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from the Neue Galerie Exhibition

The power of the past and its influence on design is something we talk about here all the time.
How can it not be so? I appreciate the modern , the new-but let it be grounded in the firmament of history. For me-it doesn't count if it does not spring from the past.

Madeline Weinrib is always reaching back to create vibrant new designs from the past for modern life. Her Ikat textiles and carpets are saturated in updated rich color and their patterns evolve from her years of travel and diligence in working with the authentic and  skilled craftsmen to stretch those contexts into the future. She does it like no other. I find her bespoke approach to be a unique one in the world of mass, mass, more, more. One of her ongoing collaborations is with Neue Galerie, here she creates a special kimono in the Opium pattern in celebration of their VIENNA 1900 Exhibition.

According to Neue Galerie the OPIUM KIMONO was inspired by the photograph of Viennese photographer  Madame d'Ora. The Weinrib kimono fully reflects the mode of the photograph's Eastern influence. Viennese artists took Eastern influences for their own and indelibly marked them as theirs during the artistic Renaissance in early 20th century Vienna. The Opium pattern by Weinrib is exclusive to Neue Galerie and is woven from resist-dyed silk threads over many months.

Madame Dora Kallmus was the first woman to be admitted to study theory at the Graphische Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt (Graphic Training Institute) & was also a member of the Vienna Photographic Society. Kallmus used the name "Madame d'Ora" professionally throughout her professional life and was a favorite of the aristocracy and celebrity in Vienna and Paris where she had studios. In 1940 Madame fled Paris when the Nazis invaded France.

Artist self-portrait 1925

revealing her beautifully long hands and heavy lids

Madame D'Ora portraits of Maria Ley IM Rokoko 1924, at l., & Tamara Lempicka, at r., 1929

two of my favorite photographs by D'Ora

story LINKS below:
the Opium Kimono is available at the Design Shop, Neue Galerie-here
the Exhibition runs through June 27 of this year, more information here
in the Gallery here
Vienna 1900 art works  here

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image of Gloria Vanderbilt's hall of mirrors by Ditte Isager for the book The World of Gloria Vanderbilt


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Madeline Weinrib's Holiday

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come and follow Madeline Weinrib as she shops this year-

Madeline on an elephant from her recent trip to India - "An elephant ride with  Dera Amer would be a fun present if you knew someone who was taking a trip to Jaipur, India over the holiday season.” 

It looks as if they can arrange anything your heart desires.

Dera Amer

Here are two gifts from the Neue Galerie. Both are quite glamorous. Madeline has added to the Neue Galerie artisti collection with a rug and cushion design of her own too.

Kurland Ice Cooler

Designed ca. 1790

Produced by Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)

White Berlin porcelain

$1,295 here

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the decadently divine Red Berlin lipstick 

inspired by Otto Dix portrait of Anita Berber, 1925 

Berlin Red Lipstick $30, Bauhaus Compact $55, here

In 2003, Joan Hornig developed a way to combine her passion for jewelry, education and philanthropy through the creation of the Joan B. Hornig Foundation. The foundation's mission is to provide support for registered charitable organizations throughout the world.Those choosing to purchase Joan Hornig designs are meant to derive pleasure not only from the jewelry, but also from the meaning of giving back. All profits from each item are donated to charity. Purchasers are able to direct the donation to a charity of their choice, in their honor, by following the steps outlined on this site.( from the Joan Hornig site here)


Madeline's choice from Joan Hornig is a beautiful jade bracelet, called "Nuts & Bolts of Giving" & the proceeds from it will go to Madeline's favorite charity Project Mala.

Madeline loves this special edition book by Federico De Vera 

Objects features de Vera’s stores and living spaces, with essays by Ronald S. Lauder, Diane Dorrans Saeks & Michael Maharam. de Vera-composed still lifes, with essays by Paul Smith, Bruce Weber and Lori Goldstein- make up the Jewelry book.

shop here for the Deluxe 2 volume set with slipcase, organic cotton book bag and original artwork by Federico de Vera Signed and numbered limited edition of 500.

Madeline loves this pair of carved amethyst chandelier earrings with diamonds, set in white gold designed by  Munnu of the Gem Palace Jewelers in New York.

other exquisite pieces from the Gem Palace are available at Capitol in Charlotte North Carolina here, and  the Gem Palace in Jaipur, along with other locations in India.

A new limited edition lithograph from Rene Ricard makes Madeline's list. The lithograph is available at the Larry Gagosian Gallery in New York, with a fantastic online shop here and at 988 Madison Avenue.

Candles make beautiful gifts for the holiday season-any time really. This one- a wax bust of Marie Antoinette, bust de cire, from Cire Trudon,  with shops in New York and France

Just in case your lean to edible gift giving- Madeline has you covered. Three of her favorites are:

Lady M Confections their signature cake Mille Crepes has no less than 20 thin, 

hand-made crepes layered with an ethereally light and creamy custard. 

Read more & shop here

MarieBelle’s signature hot chocolate in their gorgeous tins

shop here

Every year the interior designer Timothy Whealon sends chocolates to Madeline. "Not only is he amazingly talented but so thoughtful to send these. We all look forward to them every year." They are called Hughes Home Maid Chocolates and they in Oshkosh, WI, since 1940. (yes, it is Home Maid, not Home Made)

shop here

I love this pick from Madeline. A subscription to HANDEYE -a magazine that she reads.

subscription information here

&  lastly Madeline loves to send abundant bouquets from Magnolia Flowers & Events in New York -like this one of  glorious paper whites.

shop here

Little Augury graciously thanks Madeline Weinrib for this truly heavenly host of gift suggestions for readers.

be sure to read more Madeline selections from her own Atelier here

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an Atelier Holiday with Madeline Weinrib

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I don't think I'm stretching it when I suggest the patterns in this Madeline Weinrib wool and silk Medina carpet look like the snowflake patterns I remember seeing as a child, and later never understanding when asked to study them in detail in my studies. Madeline is obviously way ahead on snowflakes & so luckily - has consented to gather some of her favorite things from her Atelier for your pleasure.

I've taken the liberty of adding a few of my own picks from her collection too.

 "Sit right down in this horn chair my little deer &  tell me what you want for Christmas?

Have you been a good little girl?"

 Oh Yes! Santa. I want this.

(chair from Madeline's Atelier collection)

Madeline Weinrib's color palette is just one thing that sets her apart in the industry where she has made her mark. She is known for using lush color and opulent pattern-drawing on a wealth of sources gleaned from her travels & has taken the authentic patterns of Asia and reinterpreted their traditional forms. In addition to her signature collection of carpets and textiles, her chicly-appointed atelier on the 6th floor of ABC Carpet & Home showcases her expanding repertoire of evening bags, caftans and limited edition vintage furniture.

Madeline's Ikat Lingerie bags

Produced in three of Madeline’s feminine Pink Ikats, the use of her hand woven fabrics adds a modern, unexpected twist to the traditional lingerie bag. Lined in quilted silk, this glamorous and romantic accessory is ideal for the boudoir or sophisticated traveler.

 Pink Antoinette Ikat Pillow.

 A wonderful feminine quality defines this Madeline Weinrib fabric, Madeline designed the fabric taking her inspiration from Marie Antoinette. This print also comes in a blue colorway here

Madeline's Vino Ikat clutch

Take a look at all of these gorgeous clutches. The colors in the Ikats are so enticing-I've had trouble picking a favorite.
Purple Luce? Cherry Jam ? Pink Sommers Suzani?

  Ikat Journals

Just in time and especially for the holidays this year Madeline had her Ikat signature fabrics made up into sophisticated journals. Madeline’s signature Ikat patterns are lush and color rich making these journals out right luxurious. The silver gilded edged paper adds to the journal’s refinement and makes your lists- whether dreamlike or practical.

Atelier's Vintage textile pillows

Madeline's pick from her exquisite Vintage Collection-this piece from Central Asia. The saturation of color in this piece is extraordinary.I am crazy over textiles so I just had to get in on this and share my absolute favorite Vintage pillow with you too. This one is an aubergine suzani.

Here are a few of my favorite things from her collection of textiles paired with classic and modern chairs, ottomans and the occasional surprise. These are the pieces that caught my eye-along with the horn chair covered in Zig Zag

this Victorian slipper chair in Brown Collins

& this 19th c. French ottoman in Brown Daphne

I adore(& I don't say that lightly-you know) this ottoman.

all items are from MADELINE WEINRIB here & linked throughout this post!

& one more thing- what about these cashmere throws? & this detailed look at this Lido Blockprint Quilt. You didn't know about those did you? This print from her fabric collection.

tomorrow Madeline takes us along on her travels from New York to India sharing more of her favorites gift ideas. Don't miss the sparkling, the exotic, or the delicious picks Madeline found for You and Yours.

See you tomorrow.

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