Artwork
Parisienne
Parisienne 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
Madeleine & Madeleine's 1924 work, Parisienne, is a drawing housed at the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a woman embodying 1920s fashion, characterized by a short red dress with black trim, a black-and-pink embroidered top, and long black gloves, accompanied by a short, sleek hairstyle and a confident pose.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a stylishly dressed woman, likely represents the epitome of 1920s Parisian fashion. Her confident pose suggests empowerment or modernity, potentially reflecting the era's shifting social dynamics.
Technique & Style
The drawing utilizes cross-hatching, a technique employing closely placed lines to achieve shading and depth, showcasing the artists' skill in creating dimension through line work.
History & Provenance
Created in 1924 by the possibly collaborative entity 'Madeleine & Madeleine', the work includes an address at its bottom, indicating its original purpose may have been promotional for a Parisian shop. It is currently part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Context
Emerging from the 1920s, a period of significant cultural and fashion transformation, Parisienne captures the essence of its time, reflecting influences of the Roaring Twenties on women's fashion and societal roles.
Legacy
While specific lasting impacts of Parisienne on broader art historical movements are not detailed, it remains a notable artifact of 1920s Parisian fashion culture, preserved within the Museum of Ethnography.
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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