Artwork
Eventail plié cabriolet
Eventail plié cabriolet is an unspecified work on paper by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1750 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 cabriolet is a decorative fan featuring a painted scene on its open surface. The fan is crafted with delicate materials and ornate details.
Subject & Meaning
The painted scene depicts elegantly dressed individuals strolling by a river, set against a backdrop of trees and buildings. The serene atmosphere suggests a leisurely outing in a park or near a small town.
Technique & Style
The fan's construction incorporates gilded edges and intricate cutouts on its ribs and handle, likely made from a lightweight material such as bone or wood. The use of soft colors and delicate patterns adds to the fan's ornate style.
Artist & collection
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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