Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9

Peter Langner Italian Beaded Dress Titled "The Kiss" After Gustav Klimt Size 10

$2,280
£1,723.42
€1,976.83
CA$3,178.41
A$3,459.96
CHF 1,836.55
MX$41,630.80
NOK 23,271.58
SEK 21,323.35
DKK 14,762.85

About the Item

A rare very special evening gown designed by Italian designer Peter Langner. Purchased at Saks Fifth Avenue, NY. The dress is titled "The Kiss" and the fully hand beaded dress was obvious inspired by the legendary painting by Gustav Klimt. Marked size 10. It is a work of art entirely beaded by hand! The fit and drape of this gown is done by a master of his craft. Slight train on back. Double thin spaghetti staps back. It has a double lining. One layer organza for body and a silk like layer. PETER LANGNER For 25 years, the name Peter Langner has been synonymous with excellence, imagination, and refinement. THE DESIGNER At the young age of twenty-four Peter Langner left his home in Hanover Germany to attend school in Paris at the world renowned Ecole de la Chambre Syndicale to follow his passion to become a great couturier. Completing his studies with distinction, he went directly to work and learn from the masters at the famous design houses of Christian Dior, Emanuel Ungaro, Guy LaRoche and Christian Lacroix. In 1991, Peter Langner opened his own workroom in Rome. With the movement of fashion, Peter opened a showroom in Milan and by 2015; He had moved his headquarters and workroom to Milan as well. TRUE MEANING OF MADE IN ITALY Peter Langner has assembled an amazing staff of artisans who have the rare capability to turn into reality Peter’s designs using their master skills. Every dress designed, sewn and beaded in the workroom in Milan uses the most exceptional fabrics from Italy and France as well as the finest crystals. Each cutter, seamstress and embroider are asked daily to stretch their skills to push forward into a new dimension. The team daily attempts new forms of fabric manipulation or even creating their own sequins; a continuous search for something new, to go beyond the conventional. In doing so, Peter Langner’s artisans never relinquish the goal of perfection or abandon their commitment to the highest quality. The KISS: Inspiration of the dress: The "The Kiss" painting is a late 19th- and early 20th-century oil-on-canvas piece by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt, who created it between 1907 and 1908 during his "Golden Period". The work is known for its extensive use of gold leaf, intricate patterns, and symbolic elements, and it currently hangs in the Österreichische Galerie Belvedere in Vienna. Artist and style Gustav Klimt: Born in 1862, Klimt was a founder of the Vienna Secession movement, which aimed to break away from traditional artistic norms. "Golden Period": The painting is the culmination of his "Golden Period," where he incorporated gold leaf, likely inspired by his father's work as a goldsmith and his travels to see Byzantine mosaics. Art Nouveau: The work is a masterpiece of the Vienna Secession, a form of Art Nouveau characterized by organic shapes, flowing lines, and decorative patterns. The painting itself Subject: The painting depicts a couple embracing on the edge of a flowery meadow, with the man's strong form cloaked in rectangular patterns and the woman in swirling, circular ones. Technique: Klimt covered the canvas with gold leaf and then painted over it, creating a rich, textured, and almost three-dimensional surface. He used eight different types of gold to create the effect. Symbolism: While often seen as a purely romantic scene, the painting has been interpreted in various ways, including as a symbol of love and fulfillment, a representation of the human life cycle, and an exploration of universal experiences.
  • Designer:
  • Brand:
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 56 in (142.24 cm)Marked Size: 10 (US)Bust: 30 in (76.2 cm)Waist: 32 in (81.28 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)
  • Style:
    European High End Designer Collection (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Material Notes:
    intricate hand beaded all over in the patter inspired by "The Kiss" by Gustav Klimt.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Desert, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10302581stDibs: LU2817215805882

More From This Seller

View All
Yearick Hand Beaded Bronze and Black Bugle Bead Sequin Tank Dress Rare Size 18
By Stephen Yearick
Located in Palm Desert, CA
It’s rare to find a hand beaded gown by a leading New York designer in larger size. This gown was specially ordered in size 18. This luxe, timeless ...
Category

1990s Singaporean Evening Dresses

SFA Talbot Runhof Germany Stunning Beaded Embroidered Evening Dress Size 10
By Talbot Runhof
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Spctacular dress. from design team Talbot Runhof, Made in Italy. Purchased at Saks Fifth Avenue, NYC for over $4500. The details and European metallic jacquard fabric of this dress is of the highest quality. the bodice (front and back) is embellished with silver and black metallic embroidered flowers that look 3 dimensional and also have hand sewn floral "bouquets" that really give dimension... (they are look like mini corsages). The skirt has volume and gives movement when wearing it. it has a black lining underneath. Size 10. Talbot Runhof dresses...
Category

2010s German Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Ella Singh for Escada Limited Edition Hand Beaded Cocktail Dress NWT Size 10
By Ella Singh, Escada
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This very limited edition dress was done for Escada by the extremely talented, Ella Singh. She deigned and had made a collection of intricately beaded dresses for Escada, Germany. Only in India can they do beading that detailed, that intricate. We purchased 2 dresses from a collector that kept them for an investment and have never been worn. NWT. (other Ella Singh for Escada...
Category

Early 2000s Indian Chemises

KaufmanFranco Nude Silk Rhinestone Hand Beaded Bustier Cocktail Dress NWT Size 6
By KaufmanFranco
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Please note: this dress is a mastercraft in beading. a work of art. you have never seen as many rhinstones on a dress. Each one imdividually hand sewn. The design of this dress is a ...
Category

2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Kaufmanfranco NWT Rare Tiger Sequins Hand Beaded Sleevless Cocktail Dress Size 4
By KaufmanFranco
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This dress is spectacular. Purchased in Beverly Hills at Neiman Marcus. Retailed for over $3800. From the 2015 Collection, brilliantly designed by Kaufmanfranco. each sequin attached...
Category

2010s American Evening Dresses

KaufmanFranco Nude Silk Rhinestone Embellished Strapless Cocktail Dress Size 8
By KaufmanFranco
Located in Palm Desert, CA
One of the most beautiful, sexy and modern dresses we have ever listed. By our favorite design duo, KaufmanFranco. The nude silk is completely embellished in hand beaded rhinestones....
Category

2010s Cocktail Dresses

You May Also Like

1984 Ray Aghayan for Barbra Streisand Custom Klimt Beaded Gold Lame Dress
By Ray Aghayan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gold beaded Ray Aghayan dress custom-made for Barbra Streisand. This fabulous dress perfectly culminates the fashion, art, and pop culture wor...
Category

1980s American Evening Gowns

Louis Feraud Beaded Silk Gown 1990s
By Louis Feraud
Located in Water Mill, NY
This is a gorgeous sapphire blue sequin and beaded gown by Louis Feraud. It has a rounded neckline in the front with a deep V in the back. The chest, upper arms and back V are fra...
Category

1990s German Evening Gowns

Emilio Pucci Bead-Embellished Maxi Dress Sz: 46
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Hartford, CT
A vibrant and fluid statement piece, this Emilio Pucci maxi dress showcases the house’s signature multicolor abstract print in bold shades of green and blue. The design features a fl...
Category

2010s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Naeem Khan silk jeweled Raj inspired beaded gown 1980s
By Naeem Khan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Naeem Khan jeweled Raj inspired beaded gown from the 1980s. The silhouette of the dress reminds me of Paul Poiret's dresses from his famous Arabian Nights party in the early 1900s. The dress is electric blue crepe which is beaded in blue, the center of the dress is an amazing design with beautiful beading at the front and back. Deep V neckline dress...
Category

1980s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress
By Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is comple...
Category

1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage NWT Valentino FW Runway 2006 Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US 6
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Vintage Valentino Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US size - 6 F/W Runway 2006 This is a stunning Valentino and it is almost shocking when you realize how deep that side pa...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns