Artwork
Minuit
Minuit 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
Created in 1924, “Minuit” is an image by the collaborative duo Madeleine & Madeleine, presently part of the Museum of Ethnography’s collection. The work presents a solitary female figure rendered against an unadorned backdrop, drawing the viewer’s focus to the subject’s attire and posture.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure is depicted wearing a flowing black dress with a beaded bodice, complemented by long gloves, short sleek hair, and high‑heeled black shoes. The stark setting and the elegance of the costume suggest an emphasis on fashion as identity, inviting contemplation of the interplay between garment and persona.
Technique & Style
Executed as a drawing, the piece relies on line work and subtle shading to convey the sheen of the fabric and the texture of the accessories. A small swatch of the dress material is included in the lower left corner, offering a tactile reference that bridges the two‑dimensional image with the physical textile.
History & Provenance
Madeleine & Madeleine signed the work in the upper right corner, confirming authorship. Since its creation in the early twentieth century, “Minuit” has remained within institutional holdings, ultimately entering the Museum of Ethnography, where it contributes to the museum’s broader narrative of cultural and material studies.
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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