A tribute to Isabella Blow by Noble and Webster

Journalist and stylist Isabella Blow (1958-2007) was credited for discovering and promoting the careers of fashion designer Hussein Chalayan, milliner Philip Treacy and photographer Juergen Teller to name a few. Working for American and British Vogue and muse to the late Alexander McQueen she was also famous for her spectacularly flamboyant head gear. So it is no surprise that Tim Noble and Sue Webster have created this spectacular masterpiece, currently on display at the National Portrait Gallery.

As seen below, a spotlight transforms a collection of objects including a stuffed raven and rat, Blow's trademark red lipstick and even one of her Manolo Blahnik shoes, into a silhouette of Blow's head. For a lady like no other and an inspiration to many, this is a fitting tribute.

Taxidermy, wood, fake moss, light projector and installation template