Joséphine Baker. 1931.

Artist: GEORGES B. DE POGÉDAIEFF (1897-1971)
Size: 43 5/8 x 62 7/8 in./111 x 159.8 cm
Condition: B+/ Slight tears at folds.
Printer: Imp. H. Chachoin, Paris
Reference: Ref: Josephine Baker: Image & Icon, 36; PAI-XII, 370
Key Words: Art Deco; Black Images; Josephine Baker; Music

Joséphine Baker. 1931.
Pogédaieff proves that sometimes rules are meant to be broken. His decision to place the text only on top of Josephine Baker's smiling face is unconventional—and striking. Add to that the pop of lime green background and Baker's dramatic pearls and you've got an unforgettable design. Pogédaieff was born in Russia, took up portraiture and book illustration, and later became most well known for his contributions to stage and costume designs for the theatre.