Artwork

Composition avec guirlandes et croisillons de fleurs et frises d'oves mauves, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Composition avec guirlandes et croisillons de fleurs et frises d'oves mauves, 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 artwork, dated circa 1750, is an anonymous design for embroidery on a gilet (a type of vest or jacket).

About this work

Overview

This 18th-century artwork, dated circa 1750, is an anonymous design for embroidery on a gilet (a type of vest or jacket). The piece is currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The subject of this drawing is a floral pattern intended for embroidery. It features a combination of curved vines, flowers in various colors (pink, blue, green, yellow), and gold outlines, suggesting a decorative band or border design.

Technique & Style

Executed on yellowed paper, the design showcases a mix of vibrant, repeating floral motifs and thin gold lines demarcating sections. The overall aesthetic reflects characteristic 18th-century decorative arts sensibilities.

History & Provenance

Created around 1750 by an unknown artist, the work's history prior to its acquisition by the Museum of Ethnography is not detailed in available information.

Context

This embroidery design aligns with the ornate, floral motifs prevalent in 18th-century European textile design, particularly in decorative garments like gilets.