Gilet à l'arbre fleuri, 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

Gilet à l'arbre fleuri, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle is a 1750 by Anonyme, depicting Embroidery, 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 drawing shows a folded piece of fabric covered in bright floral patterns. The edges have a blue border, and the flowers—red, yellow, blue, and purple—fill every inch of the cloth. Some petals overlap, while others stand out against green leaves. The design looks like it’s meant for stitching, with clear lines marking where threads would go. It’s delicate but packed with detail, like a puzzle of tiny blossoms. If you like this, check out the Museum of Ethnography for more pieces like it.