Karl LAGERFELD - Original signed drawing. Self-portrait.

Karl Lagerfeld (1933-2019)

Original signed drawing. Self-portrait.

Ink, felt-tip pens and grease pencil stumps on paper.

Highlighted with silver gouache.

“My greatest luxury is not having to justify myself to anyone. »

Extraordinary drawing by the German designer, created for the launch of his H&M collection in 2004, depicting a young woman wearing a black trench coat and the emblematic shirt with a large collar.

To his left, Lagerfeld takes his self-portrait in profile, wearing dark glasses and a ponytail, observing his model with blood-red lips.

The cufflinks and tie knots are enhanced with silver gouache giving relief and perspective to this precious and delicate work.

Framing trace with red marker revealing the trace of the H&M brand in the lower left corner.

Signed and dated on the lower right margin: Karl Lagerfeld 2004

Size: 21 x 29 cm