Artwork
Coccinelle
Coccinelle 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
Coccinelle / jolie robe en velours / blanc, cotes brodés / de perles noires is a 1924 artwork by Madeleine & Madeleine, currently in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The image portrays a woman dressed in a distinctive white velvet robe with a V-neckline, long sleeves, and a belted waist. Embellishments include black beaded embroidery along the robe's edges and a matching black hat and heels. She holds a large fabric swatch with a black border and white center, suggesting a potential connection to textile design or presentation.
Technique & Style
The work features a light brown background, contrasting with the detailed, monochromatic accents of the subject's attire and the fabric swatch. The style bears resemblance to the characteristic output of Madeleine & Madeleine, though specific medium details are not provided.
History & Provenance
Created in 1924, the artwork is part of the Museum of Ethnography's holdings, indicating its classification within ethnographic or culturally significant collections.
Context
The piece's emphasis on detailed, high-end clothing (velvet, beaded embroidery) and the subject's engagement with a fabric swatch may reflect early 20th-century fashion interests or the artists' exploration of textile culture.
Legacy
While the artwork's direct influence or broader recognition is not explicitly documented in provided sources, its preservation in a museum collection suggests a maintained relevance within the context of Madeleine & Madeleine's oeuvre and early 20th-century cultural artifacts.
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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