Artwork

Composition de bouquets de fleurs jaunes, guirlandes de fleurs roses, frises de perles blanches et de franges pourpres et bandes jaunes, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Composition de bouquets de fleurs jaunes, guirlandes de fleurs roses, frises de perles blanches et de franges pourpres et bandes jaunes, 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 features three floral designs on a faded paper background, created around 1750 by an unknown artist.

About this work

Overview

This 18th-century drawing features three floral designs on a faded paper background, created around 1750 by an unknown artist.

Subject & Meaning

The designs include a vertical vine with pink and yellow flowers, two rectangular bouquets outlined in gold, and a long strip of flowers and leaves with a scalloped edge. The handwritten note 'patron moyen' at the bottom may indicate the intended user or purpose.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases detailed floral patterns and employs techniques like cross-hatching to create texture with lines, evident in the various designs and borders.

History & Provenance

The work is held at the Museum of Ethnography, suggesting its cultural or historical significance. The paper shows signs of aging, with stains and marks, including a red number in the top right corner.