"I want to be a living work of art."--The Marchesa Luisa Casati (1881-1957) during the first half of the twentieth century was Europe's most notorious celebrity. Her extravagant lifestyle, eccentric personality, and scandalous escapades captivated and inspired some of the most influential artists of her time. She was painted by Boldini and Augustus John, sketched by Drian and Alastair, and photographed by Man Ray and Cecil Beaton, among others. Jean Cocteau praised her strange beauty; Jack Kerouac dedicated poems to her; Fortuny, Poiret, and Erte dressed her. It is said that she was the first to order a Mariano Fortuny Delphos dress still in 1909, before he could even show his creations at the Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Paris in 1911.

#repost @peterstauntondesign We love the mix of textures and colours in this beautiful project featuring the #fortuny Silk Scheherazade Geometric Design

The #Fortuny Silk Scudo Saraceno is ideal for large, sophisticated interiors. The light filters through the silk and penetrates the inlay of the decorative ring to create an evocative atmosphere. Photo: Karen Melvin

The profile of this elegant spiral structure recalls the twist of a turban. The refined silhouette represents the synthesis of the Oriental and Renaissance themes present in Venice as early as the 15th century. Fortuny Glass Cesendello Lamp. Link in bio

Elegant and timeless vibe at the new @nolinskiparis by @john_j_whelan. Gold leaf Icaro Chandelier is the perfect complement for this amazing project. 📷 @victorstonem . . . . . . . #repost #nolinskiparis #Fortuny #lighting #lightingdesign #lightingdecor #luxurylighting #decorativelighting #lightdecor #luxurylamps #luxuryinterior #interiodecor #contemporarydesign #interiordesign #interiorinspiration #madeinItaly #madeinVenice #handmadeinItaly #luxurylamp #designerlighting⁠ #paris #parís #ruebonaparte

Neutral tones and elegant details for this sitting room project by @theirongate Ph: Chris Little Featuring Silk Samarkanda in Serpentine design Link in bio . . . . . . #fortuny #fortunylamps #lighting#lightingdesign#lightdesign#lightinginspiration#lightingdecor#luxurylighting#decorativelighting#lightdecor#luxurylamps#elegantinteriors#luxuryinteriors#interiodecor#interiordesigner#interiorinspiration#interiorstyling#bestofinterior#interiordesigninspiration#dreaminteriors #marianofortuny#homeinspiration#interiorandliving#interiordecoratingideas #neutralcolours

Don't you love the way Silk Velvet reflects light? Discover the luxurious finish and the precious decorative details of the Moretta Bag and the silk velvet Shawl with fringes on our website. . . . . #venice #madeinvenice #veniceshopping #shopinvenice #exclusive #luxurylife #luxurylifestyle #velvet #puresilk #kimonostyle #venice #veneza #venezia #venise #fortuny

Residential project on Regent’s Park, London - project by #tomefdesign @_tomef_ #fortuny Plain Silk Scheherazade link in bio . . . . #fortuny #fortunylamps #lighting #lightingdesign #lightdesign #tomef #lightinginspiration #lightingdecor #luxurylighting #decorativelighting #lightdecor #luxurylamps #classicinteriors #elegantinteriors #orientaldesign #luxuryinterior #interiordesign #interiorinspiration #interiorstyling #bestofinterior #interiordesigninspiration #dreaminteriors #marianofortuny #interior_and_living #interiordesignuk