Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo was a Spanish fashion designer, artist, and photographer born on May 11, 1871, in Granada, Spain. He was the son of the famous painter Mariano Fortuny and was raised in a family of artists and intellectuals.

Fortuny was a versatile artist and made his mark in various fields, including fashion, theatre design, photography, and painting. He is best known for his innovative designs in women's fashion and is considered to be one of the pioneers of the Art Nouveau movement. He created luxurious, flowing gowns that combined traditional techniques with modern elements, making them truly unique.

In 1906, Fortuny opened his fashion studio in Venice, where he developed a new printing process that allowed him to create intricate patterns on silk and other fabrics. He also created the famous Delphos gown, a pleated garment that was inspired by ancient Greek clothing and became one of more...

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