Jean-Paul Gaultier Fall 1998 Top

Beautiful Jean-Paul Gaultier top from Fall Winter 1998 collection as seen on Menswear runway show. This top features a delicate and supple mesh fabric adorned with a captivating print portraying a scene reminiscent of a classical painting, notably featuring Christ. The neckline and wrist areas are adorned with gentle woolen elements that add a touch of softness to the design.

Jean-Paul Gaultier's visionary perspective shines through in his Fall 1998 collection, a reflection of the prevailing sentiments of that era. He articulated, "Many are scared of the imminent year 2000. They look to religion and mysticism for comfort." Evidently, the runway bore testament to these themes, with the presence of priestly ensembles exuding elegance, dangling crosses, and prints inspired by religious iconography. Gaultier curated an immersive experience for the runway show, complete with cascading candles adjacent to a crimson cardinal curtain, accompanied by the resonating melodies of a live choir—an ode to the ambiance of Gothic churches.

This top stands as a flawless embodiment of Gaultier's artistic intent for this collection. The absence of a size tag prompts reliance on the provided measurements for an accurate fit, with the understanding that the stretchy nature of the fabric allows for a potentially slightly larger fit than indicated.

Measurements: Shoulders: 17 inches flat / Armpits: 15 inches flat / Waist: 11.5 inches flat

Condition: Excellent / Flaws: None