Giuseppe Penone joins the Académie des Beaux-Arts. Dressed by Louis Vuitton Men’s Studio, the acclaimed Italian artist steps into France's Académie des Beaux-Arts as a foreign associate member, in recogntion of his achievements in sculpture. Evoking the natural elements of his oeuvre, the hand-embroidered tailcoat features olive branch detailing as a reinterpretation of the traditional academician’s green uniform, totaling over 500 hours of work.​ ---- Subscribe to Louis Vuitton on YouTube ► http://on.louisvuitton.com/6053GTKUS​ Discover more: http://on.louisvuitton.com/6054GTKUs​ Louis Vuitton on X: http://on.louisvuitton.com/6002H2JY6 Louis Vuitton on Facebook: http://on.louisvuitton.com/6008H2JYw Louis Vuitton on Instagram: http://on.louisvuitton.com/6008H2JY4 —- ABOUT LOUIS VUITTON: Since 1854, Louis Vuitton has placed fashion in the context of culture bringing unique designs to the world, combining innovation with style and uncompromising quality. Today, the Maison remains faithful to the spirit of its founder, Louis Vuitton, who invented a genuine “Art of Travel” through luggage, bags and accessories which were as creative as they were elegant and practical. #GiuseppePenone #LouisVuitton