Artwork

Marc antoine

Marc antoine, by Madeleine & Madeleine, 1924
Marc antoine, by Madeleine & Madeleine, 1924

Marc antoine is a drawing by Madeleine & Madeleine. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

This 1924 work by Madeleine & Madeleine is a fashion sketch depicting a woman in a stylish dress. The piece is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch shows a woman wearing a dark green dress with a fitted bodice and flared skirt, accessorized with simple shoes and short, neat hair. The accompanying handwritten notes detail the outfit's design elements, including 'ton sur ton' embroidery and 'franges de singe' trim.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of simple lines and minimal color palette creates a sleek, modernist representation of 1920s fashion. The inclusion of fabric swatches adds a tactile element to the work.

History & Provenance

Created in 1924 by the artist duo Madeleine & Madeleine, this sketch is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Artist & collection

Artist

Madeleine & Madeleine

These artists left a small but striking set of 1924 drawings and designs that mix fashion and line.