A psychiatrist and aesthete at the Police Prefecture's infirmary who discovers Marie's unique erotic passion for silk. Captivated by her despite their class divide, he shares a mutual fascination with fabrics. Sent to Morocco during WWI, he becomes obsessed with pleated Arab clothing and photographs them. Upon returning, he gradually loses his sight, teaches draping at the École des Beaux-Arts, and writes a thesis on silk fetishism.
A clinical examiner and subject relationship that quickly evolves into a deeper psychological connection.
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