Artwork

Scènes de becquées d'oiseaux dans des cartouches de fleurs et d'épis, frises de croisillons, de motifs géométriques et de fleurs stylisées, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

Scènes de becquées d'oiseaux dans des cartouches de fleurs et d'épis, frises de croisillons, de motifs géométriques et de fleurs stylisées, 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, created around 1750, and is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

About this work

Overview

This 18th-century drawing is an anonymous work, created around 1750, and is now held at the Museum of Ethnography. It features a repeating pattern of floral and avian motifs.

Subject & Meaning

The design depicts small birds among leaves and flowers, possibly pecking at berries, within curved cartouches. The motifs are arranged in a repeating pattern, suggesting its intended use as a template for embroidery on a garment, such as a vest or jacket.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases soft colors, including pinks, greens, and blues, with accents of purple and yellow. The design is framed by borders composed of tiny dots and lines, achieved through techniques like cross-hatching, which creates texture through layered lines. The edges appear slightly worn.