Artwork
L'éclat
L'éclat 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
L'éclat is a 1924 work by the design duo Madeleine & Madeleine, held at the Museum of Ethnography. It is a fashion illustration or design concept featuring a woman in a long, flowing coat.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration depicts a woman wearing a green velvet coat with silver embroidery, white fur trim, and high heels. Her hair is styled in an updo, and she has her hands clasped in front of her, conveying elegance and poise.
Technique & Style
The drawing is rendered in detail, with intricate silver embroidery on the coat and a swatch of green fabric attached to the top-left corner. Handwritten notes in French are visible at the bottom of the page, suggesting a working design or concept piece.
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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