Artwork

Eventail plié Les lilas

Eventail plié Les lilas, by Ronot-Tutin ou Tutin, unspecified, 1895
Eventail plié Les lilas, by Ronot-Tutin ou Tutin, unspecified, 1895

Eventail plié Les lilas is an unspecified work on paper by the Impressionist artist Ronot-Tutin ou Tutin. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Eventail plié Les lilas is a hand fan created by Ronot-Tutin or Tutin in 1895. It is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The fan features a floral design with three sections: white and green blossoms, dark gray with small white flowers, and clusters of purple flowers. The contrasting colors and delicate patterns suggest a balance between aesthetics and functionality.

Technique & Style

The fan's design combines bright and muted tones, with lace-like trim along the edges. Its folded construction and simple metal handle indicate a focus on both form and usability.

Artist & collection

Artist

Ronot-Tutin ou Tutin

Ronot-Tutin painted delicate watercolors of springtime scenes—lilacs in bloom, fans, and blossoms—often folded into handheld fans.