Artwork
Double but
Double but 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
The image depicts a woman in a black dress with white accents, standing with her left hand raised to her face.
The image depicts a woman in a black dress with white accents, standing with her left hand raised to her face. Her red hair is styled in an updo, and she wears black heels. The background is a light brown color.
The woman's dress features a V-neckline and long sleeves, with a pocket on the right side. The white accents on the dress are decorative and add a touch of elegance to the overall design. The woman's pose suggests a sense of confidence and poise.
The image is a drawing created by Madeleine & Madeleine in 1924, held at the Museum of Ethnography. To learn more about the artist's work, explore the art of Madeleine & Madeleine.
Overview
Double but Medium is a 1924 drawing by the collaborative artist duo Madeleine & Madeleine, currently in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing portrays a confident, poised woman with distinctive red hair styled in an updo. Her attire, a black dress with white decorative accents, V-neckline, long sleeves, and a pocket, conveys elegance. The subject's left hand is raised to her face, adding a layer of introspection to her overall demeanor.
Technique & Style
Executed in a style that emphasizes linearity and simplicity, the drawing features a limited color palette (black, white, red, and light brown) against a muted background, focusing attention on the subject's form and expression.
History & Provenance
Created in 1924 by Madeleine & Madeleine, the work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though the acquisition details and the duo's broader artistic context within the museum are not specified here.
Context
While specific contextual information about 'Double but Medium' is limited, the piece reflects early 20th-century artistic inclinations towards streamlined forms and expressive minimalism, potentially intersecting with broader avant-garde movements of the time.
Legacy
The legacy of 'Double but Medium' and its impact on subsequent artistic practices are not detailed in available information, suggesting a need for further research into Madeleine & Madeleine's contributions to early 20th-century art.
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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