Artwork

Composition de guirlandes de fleurs, de clochettes et de perles, motifs de culots torsadés et suspendus, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Composition de guirlandes de fleurs, de clochettes et de perles, motifs de culots torsadés et suspendus, 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 design for embroidery, likely for a vest.

About this work

Overview

This 18th-century drawing is an anonymous design for embroidery, likely for a vest. It features a border densely packed with flowers, ribbons, and beads, rendered in soft colors.

Subject & Meaning

The design comprises repeating floral motifs, tied together with ribbons and adorned with beads, suggesting a decorative scheme for textile embellishment.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by careful outlining and the use of soft colors, including pinks, greens, and blues. The background is filled with tiny swirls and dots, evoking a woven texture.

History & Provenance

Created around 1750, the drawing is now held at the Museum of Ethnography, indicating its significance as a historical example of textile design.