Eventail plié
1820
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From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
1820
unspecified
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
This fan shows two women in bright, patterned robes standing in a garden. One holds a parasol, and the other waves a fan. Palm trees and flowers fill the background, painted in soft colors. The fan’s handle is black with carved designs. The artist used watercolor to blend delicate colors and fine details. The scene looks peaceful, like a quiet moment in nature. Try looking up watercolor to see how artists mix paint and paper for soft effects.
