Les Trois Beautés de Mnasidika (1922) — George Barbier

Three silhouettes, one spell of elegance. Barbier stages a trio of beauties with Greco-classical poise—profiles like cameos, gowns distilled to Art Deco geometry, ornament pared to pure line and lustre. It’s fashion as theatre: poised, modern, and impossibly chic. This fine-art print brings a breath of 1920s Paris to any room.

Why it captivates

• Art Deco refinement — distilled line, balanced masses, and luxurious restraint.

• Classical muse — a Hellenic homage filtered through 1920s couture style.

• Pochoir spirit — rich, flat colour and razor-clean contours that sing at scale.

• Graphic harmony — negative space and ornament in crisp, modern dialogue.

• Timeless palette — elegant tones that pair with timber, linen, and brass.

• Statement artwork — sophisticated focal point for living rooms, dressing areas, studios.

What you’ll see

Three fashion figures arranged like a frieze; sleek evening drapery; stylised accessories; a measured ground with Deco accents; cool, controlled linework and sumptuous flats. Up close: delicate patterning and immaculate contour. From a step back: a serene, fashion-forward tableau with unmistakable 1920s poise.

A richer historical frame

Illustrator George Barbier (1882–1932) helped define Paris fashion illustration between the wars—books, portfolios, and magazines that celebrated couture through deluxe pochoir printing. Dated 1922, Les Trois Beautés de Mnasidika fuses classical grace with modern glamour: a cool, composed emblem of the Art Deco era.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

734 × 841 mm (approx. 28.90 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.873 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: cut the mat window to ~730 × 837 mm for a clean 2–3 mm edge overlap.

  • Contemporary: float-mount within an A0 frame for a generous gallery reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Art Deco devotees and fashion-history lovers

• Stylists & collectors curating sleek, glamorous interiors

• Boutiques & dressing rooms seeking couture atmosphere

• Gift-givers celebrating weddings, anniversaries, and milestone birthdays

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let 1920s elegance take centre stage—order your fine-art print of Barbier’s Les Trois Beautés de Mnasidika today.