Artwork

Composition avec branches fleuries et guirlandes de glands argentés, frises de fleurs stylisées et de perles grises, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Composition avec branches fleuries et guirlandes de glands argentés, frises de fleurs stylisées et de perles grises, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle is a drawing by Anonyme. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris. This 18th-century drawing is an anonymous work from around 1750, held at the Museum of Ethnography.

About this work

Overview

This 18th-century drawing is an anonymous work from around 1750, held at the Museum of Ethnography. It presents a delicate composition likely intended as a design for embroidery or textile.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features curved branches with small flowers in soft hues, framing a light border with scalloped shapes and decorated edges. The arrangement suggests a pattern for ornamental stitching or fabric design.

Technique & Style

The flowers and leaves are rendered with simple yet detailed outlines and gentle shading, showcasing a subtle color palette reminiscent of old lace or intricate embroidery. The technique employed is characterized by careful linework and nuanced tonal transitions.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1750, this drawing is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, indicating its significance in the context of textile or embroidery history.