Artwork
Astarté
Astarté is a drawing by Madeleine & Madeleine. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Astarté is a 1924 drawing by Madeleine & Madeleine, held at the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a woman in a long, dark blue dress with decorative stitching.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows a woman wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a dress with silver accents, alongside a folded piece of dark fabric that may be a sleeve or fabric sample. The artist's notes on the work provide additional context about the dress.
Technique & Style
The blue fabric is rendered with a metallic sheen, featuring tiny silver dots along the edges. The artist's use of dark blue and silver creates a striking visual effect.
Context
The inclusion of a fabric sample or swatch in the drawing reflects the practice of using such samples in fashion design, allowing designers to visualize and plan their creations.
Artist & collection
Artist
These artists left a small but striking set of 1924 drawings and designs that mix fashion and line.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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