Numéro 244

A color of peace, love and purity, white has held a central place in the history of art for centuries. From Bertrand Lavier and Charles Ray to Marina Abramovic and David Hammons, a number of contemporary artists have seized upon this color in their striking works, brought together here in a portfolio.

White is also at the heart of the work of American artist Robert Ryman, whose major retrospective at the Musée de l'Orangerie opens in March. An opportunity to look back at his remarkable work.

In this special issue: an imaginary interview with Coco Chanel, the iconic designer, founder of the House Chanel; Lily-Rose Depp, fascinating actress, muse and friend of the House Chanel, is photographed as a glamorous heroine by Jean-Baptiste Mondino.

Also, Marion Cotillard, Oscar-winning star, in the firmament of the 7th art, poses in front of the lens of Boo George; timeless idol, Vanessa Paradis evokes her passion for the theater; The sublime actress Marine Vacth embodies French elegance par excellence for photographer Dominique Issermann; the model Vittoria Ceretti, with her magnetic beauty, inspires photographer Sølve Sundsbø; Bastian Woudt, Elina Kechicheva, Koto Bolofo, Jean-Baptiste Mondino, Mario Palmieri, evoke different facets of Chanel in their series of images.