Artwork

Composition florale aux coquelicots, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Composition florale aux coquelicots, 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, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

About this work

Overview

This 18th-century drawing is an anonymous work from around 1750, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a floral composition with red poppies, purple, and blue flowers in a neat pattern, surrounded by a border of tiny dots and swirls. The arrangement suggests a design intended for embroidery.

Technique & Style

The simple yet striking color palette and the floral arrangement indicate a design suited for needlework, likely for a waistcoat. The use of a dotted and swirly border adds to the overall ornate feel.