Artwork
Charming
Charming 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
This 1924 drawing by Madeleine & Madeleine is a fashion illustration featuring a woman in a sleek black dress. The work is held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a modernist dress with short sleeves and a dropped waist, accompanied by long gloves and heels. A secondary sketch to the left shows an alternative dress design with thin straps.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of line and shading creates a detailed representation of the dress and the woman's overall appearance. The inclusion of notes about the dress material and embroidery details suggests a focus on the garment's texture and decoration.
History & Provenance
The drawing is signed 'Madeleine & Madeleine' and dated to 1924. It is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
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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