Artwork

Bécasse

Bécasse, by Count of St. Germain, 1963
Bécasse, by Count of St. Germain, 1963

Bécasse is a drawing by Count of St. Germain. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Bécasse is a drawing created around 1963 by the Count of St. Germain, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman exuding confidence and sophistication, indicated by her pose and attire—a striped jacket and skirt with her hair styled in an updo.

Technique & Style

Executed in black and brown ink on white paper, the work features bold lines and simple shapes, contributing to an overall sense of elegance and refinement.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1963, the artwork is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, with no detailed provenance provided beyond its current location.

Artist & collection