Très Parisien, 1925, No 9, Pl. 5.- AMANDIER 1925

This fashion plate, "Très Parisien, 1925" by G-P. Joumard, probably made with some kind of printmaking process, is all about the art of subtle choices. The color palette is so understated, like whispers of mint green, navy, and coral, and the strokes seem intentionally light, almost tentative. I’m really drawn to the way the artist handles the dresses. Look at the leftmost figure. See how the fabric falls in simple lines, and the details like the frills and pleats are suggested with just a few careful strokes. There’s a deliberate emphasis on the surface of the paper, as if the design is emerging from the material itself. It reminds me of some of Agnes Martin’s drawings, in the way that she uses faint lines and grids to create a sense of quietness. And just like Martin, Joumard embraces the beauty of imperfection, reminding us that art is an ongoing conversation, full of possibilities and open to endless interpretation.