Artwork

Odalisque

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

Odalisque 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

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

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a relaxed pose, wearing a long blue dress. The title 'Odalisque' references a genre of artworks featuring women in leisurely stances.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by loose, quick lines and selective shading on the dress and sleeves. The artist's signature is discreetly placed at the bottom right.

Artist & collection