Artwork

Composition de fleurs sauvages et fantaisistes en bouquets multicolores, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Composition de fleurs sauvages et fantaisistes en bouquets multicolores, 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 design for embroidered fabric, likely for a waistcoat.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts two fabric panels with vibrant floral patterns, alongside sketches of individual flowers and wheat stalks. The designs evoke a lush garden, with flowers connected by leaves and stems.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by simple, hand-drawn lines and the use of cross-hatching to create texture. The artist's technique suggests a focus on clarity and detail, rather than intricate ornamentation.