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Edward Molyneux

1891-09-05 – 1974-03-23

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Captain Edward Molyneux (1891-1974), photographed by James Abbe, Paris, 1922.Credit: James Abbe

Life & Legacy

Edward Henry Molyneux ( MOL-ih-nucks; 5 September 1891 – 23 March 1974) was a leading British fashion designer whose salon in Paris was in operation from 1919 until 1950. He was characterised as a modernist designer who played with the refinements of couture style, a modernist aesthetic, and the desire to be socially and culturally advanced.

Occupation & Career

grand couturier, perfumer, painter, businessperson, art dealer, fashion designer, costume designer

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Royal Designer for Industry

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Honors & Awards

Royal Designer for Industry

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q320741 — wikidata View source

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