Artwork

Gilet à patineurs, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Gilet à patineurs, 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 dual composition featuring a winter scene and a decorative design.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a lively ice-skating scene on a frozen pond, with a background landscape that includes a windmill, buildings, and trees. A separate framed design above shows a garden scene with figures, flowers, and birds, likely intended as an embroidery pattern.

Technique & Style

The work combines a representational winter scene with a stylized garden design, showcasing a blend of realism and decorative artistry. The colors used are bright but have faded over time, giving the impression of aged fabric.