Who painted Majesté?

Majesté was painted by Madeleine & Madeleine in 1924.

Where can I see Majesté?

Majesté is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Majesté

Madeleine & Madeleine , 1924

Majesté 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

Majesté is a 1924 artwork by the collaborative artist duo Madeleine & Madeleine, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The piece depicts a woman with distinctive red hair and lips, dressed in a flowing, beaded dress. Her raised arm and accessories, including a necklace and simple shoes, suggest a pose conveying confidence or authority, though the overall interpretation of her 'majesty' is left open to the viewer.

Technique & Style

While the specific medium of 'Majesté' is not detailed here, the described elements (bold colors, flowing lines, beading detail) imply a stylistically playful and stylish approach, characteristic of Madeleine & Madeleine's known body of work.

History & Provenance

Created in 1924, 'Majesté' is signed by the artists with an accompanying Parisian address, indicating its origin. It is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, though the circumstances of its acquisition are not provided.

Artist & collection

Artist

Madeleine & Madeleine

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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