Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a print by the Romanticist artist Grevedon. It dates from 15 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This untitled lithograph presents a half-length portrait of a woman facing forward, her gaze directed to the right, showcasing early 1830s fashion.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a female figure, is portrayed in a formal, high-fashion attire of the time, including a straight-cut dress with floral-edged frill, double puffed sleeves, and an elaborately styled hairdo adorned with bows and flowers, suggesting a focus on capturing contemporary elegance.
Technique & Style
The lithograph, produced by Motte after Grevedon, features a plain background with subtle, faint brown spots, contrasting with the detailed, intricate rendering of the subject's clothing and hairstyle, characteristic of lithographic portraiture of the era.
History & Provenance
The print is mounted on light card and bears a personal inscription from Marie Taglioni to M. Pilatte, dated January 1863, indicating its use as a personalized gift or dedication.
Context
While the subject's identity is not specified, the artwork is contextualized within the early 19th-century fashion and possibly the broader Romanticism movement, though direct thematic connections to Romanticism are not overt in the portrait itself.
Legacy
The legacy of this specific print is not widely documented beyond its inscription, suggesting it may be more notable for its personal dedication than for influencing broader artistic trends.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pierre Louis Grevedon had a habit of slipping into the back rows at Paris salons, sketching portraits on scraps of paper while the crowd buzzed in front.
