Composition de fleurs en bouquets et guirlandes de feuilles, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle

1750

From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

Dominant colour

Composition de fleurs en bouquets et guirlandes de feuilles, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle is a 1750 by Anonyme, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?: Anonyme
When & what style?: 1750
Where can I see it?: Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This is a folded piece of paper with painted flower designs. The edges have a scalloped border in green and gold, and the center shows clusters of roses, tulips, and leaves in soft pinks, greens, and blues. Some spots look faded, like the fabric might have been handled a lot over time. The drawing looks like a pattern for embroidery—maybe for a vest or shawl. The flowers are arranged in little bouquets connected by vines, like a garland. If you like detailed floral art, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build up texture with lines.