Artwork
J'ose
J'ose 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
J'ose is a 1924 fashion illustration produced by the collaborative studio Madeleine & Madeleine. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a woman in a dark, long dress with a high neckline, short sleeves, a patterned waist band, and a brown sash, complemented by black heels and a pulled‑back hairstyle.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration presents a contemporary woman of the early 1920s, emphasizing the sleek silhouette and modest yet decorative detailing favored in post‑war Parisian fashion. The inclusion of a fabric swatch beside the figure suggests an emphasis on textile design, highlighting the pattern as a key element of the garment’s appeal.
Technique & Style
Executed as a hand‑drawn image, the piece combines precise line work with flat areas of colour typical of commercial fashion plates of the era. The light tan background isolates the figure, while the crisp rendering of the dress’s patterned waist and the subtle shading of the heels convey a polished, promotional aesthetic.
History & Provenance
Created by the twin designers known as Madeleine & Madeleine in 1924, the illustration was originally intended for a Parisian fashion context, as indicated by the address “104 Avenue des Champs‑Elysées.” It entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains accessible for study of early twentieth‑century fashion illustration.
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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