René Robert Bouché: A Master of Mid-Century Glamour René Robert Bouché (1905–1963) wasn’t merely a fashion illustrator; he was a sculptor of desire, a conjurer of elegance, and a keen observer of the social currents swirling beneath the surface of mid-20th century high society. His work for *Vogue* magazine—a partnership spanning nearly four decades—established him as one of the most influential figures in the history of fashion illus…