Toison d'Or

1924

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

Dominant colour

Toison d'Or is a 1924 by Madeleine & Madeleine, depicting gold, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?: Madeleine & Madeleine
When & what style?: 1924
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, flowing dress with black lace and gold patterns. She has short red hair, a bold red belt with buttons, and black stockings with white heels. The dress flares at the bottom, and her pose is confident, one arm resting on her hip. The sketch includes a smaller drawing of the same dress from the front, labeled with the shop name *Madeleine & Madeleine* in Paris. The paper has a yellowed, aged look, like it’s been kept for a while. If you like this style, check out the technique: cross-hatching used in the lace details.