HISTORY
Introduced for Fall/Winter 1998, Jean Paul Gaultier’s tattoo mesh tops are among his most recognized and enduring designs. Drawing on religious iconography and architectural motifs, the collection presented layered trompe-l’œil prints that merged the sacred and the profane. This piece features the “Maria Venus Cathedral” motif, referencing baroque interiors and devotional imagery, reflecting Gaultier’s subversive approach to spirituality and sensuality.
Printed mesh top in brown and orange. Contrast trim at collar and cuffs.
• Funnel neck with fuzzy knit trim
• Long sleeves with fuzzy knit cuffs
• Architectural and devotional trompe-l’œil print at front and back
• Straight hem with fuzzy knit trim
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
Exterior: Nylon.
Trim: Wool blend.
SIZING
Tagged size S
Shoulders: 14 in
Chest (pit to pit): 16 in
Length: 23 in
Sleeves: 23 in
Brown
Nylon
1990-1999
9/10
WEDEMPIECES
Jean Paul Gaultier
Brown Maria Venus Cathedral Tattoo Mesh Top (Fall/Winter 1998)
€320 EUR
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HISTORY
Introduced for Fall/Winter 1998, Jean Paul Gaultier’s tattoo mesh tops are among his most recognized and enduring designs. Drawing on religious iconography and architectural motifs, the collection presented layered trompe-l’œil prints that merged the sacred and the profane. This piece features the “Maria Venus Cathedral” motif, referencing baroque interiors and devotional imagery, reflecting Gaultier’s subversive approach to spirituality and sensuality.
Printed mesh top in brown and orange. Contrast trim at collar and cuffs.
• Funnel neck with fuzzy knit trim
• Long sleeves with fuzzy knit cuffs
• Architectural and devotional trompe-l’œil print at front and back
• Straight hem with fuzzy knit trim
Made in Italy.
COMPOSITION
Exterior: Nylon.
Trim: Wool blend.
SIZING
Tagged size S
Shoulders: 14 in
Chest (pit to pit): 16 in
Length: 23 in
Sleeves: 23 in
Brown
Nylon
1990-1999
9/10
