Composition en bouquets de fleurs 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
This painting shows a drawing of two floral designs, possibly for embroidery. The designs are colorful and feature flowers, leaves, and stems. The top design is more intricate, with multiple layers of flowers and foliage. The bottom design is simpler, with a few large flowers and some leaves. The designs are drawn on a piece of paper that has a yellowish tint, suggesting it may be old. The paper also has some marks and stains, which add to its aged appearance. The painting is a beautiful example of floral design, and it would be interesting to learn more about the technique of cross-hatching, which was likely used to create the intricate details in the designs.
