Ma griffe

1963

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

Bolero

Dominant colour

Ma griffe is a 1963 by Count of St. Germain, depicting Bolero, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?: Count of St. Germain
When & what style?: 1963
Where can I see it?: Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This drawing shows a woman in a long, dark green dress with a high neck and puffy sleeves. Her hair is pulled back into a bun, and she holds a small purse. The lines are bold and simple, with flat colors and no shading. The artist signed it with "Ma griffe," which means "my mark" in French. The drawing looks like a quick sketch rather than a detailed study. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching next.