%C2%A9 Jack Lenor Larsen%2C Inc.%2C Larsen Design Studio
Braniff 39, 1971
Gift of Cowtan & Tout, Inc.expand_more 99.1.1111
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The Braniff Airline project gave Larsen the opportunity to design a broad range of textiles that would, in essence, define the airline’s visual identity. Using the constraints of standardized equipment, he created distinctive environments, from lounges to airplane interiors, for a broad range of passengers.
The first order consisted of over 1500 yards of custom yarn-dyed, wool drapery intended for airport lounge areas. This fabric, related in structure, fiber content and weight to the company’s Tunis, had a somewhat irregular two-color striped pattern which was woven in eight color ways ranging from orange/red to green/gold. In addition to this, almost 400 yards of Interplay, an innovative Larsen casement fabric, were needed for large window areas. Later, other fabrics, such as a mohair plush upholstery, were developed for the areas used by first class passengers, including plane interiors and cabin dividers.
Details
- Title
- Braniff 39
- Artist Life
- New York, est. 1952
- Role
- Designer
- Accession Number
- 99.1.1111
- Curator Approved
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