Très Parisien, 1925, No. 11, Pl.1: Créations Charlotte FLOCH: ALI-BABA (...) 1925

This fashion plate, Très Parisien, 1925, No. 11, Pl.1: Créations Charlotte FLOCH: ALI-BABA (...) was made by G-P. Joumard. Look closely at how the artist uses simple lines and blocks of color to capture the essence of these outfits. It’s almost like a paper doll, isn't it? The texture is implied rather than real, a smooth surface suggesting the plushness of velvet and the shimmer of gold thread. It's interesting how the flatness of the print contrasts with the luxurious materials it depicts. I find myself drawn to the patterns on the hem of the black dress. It is suggestive of movement and rhythm. The repetition of those shapes anchors the whole composition. You can see echoes of Art Deco in the stylized figures and geometric details. And thinking about other artists...Erté comes to mind, with his elegant illustrations. Art is always in conversation, isn't it? This little print invites us to imagine a world of elegance and possibility.