Bustehouder van zalmkleurig satijn met kant c. 1932 - 1940

Here we see a bra in salmon-colored satin with lace by Charmis. The visual impact of this garment arises from its formal qualities – the interplay of textures, colours, and structured design. The satin evokes a feeling of smoothness, which contrasts with the complex geometric patterns in the lace. The composition is neatly divided into sections: the solid, curving satin cups, the geometric lace patterns above, and the thin straps extending upwards. The satin's lustre and the lace's detailed filigree work with the delicate colour palette of salmon and cream, creating visual interest while retaining a sense of understated elegance. Underlying these visual elements are broader implications of femininity, sensuality, and constraint. This artwork raises questions about representation, cultural expectations, and the way clothing both conceals and reveals. As an object of daily use, its aesthetic dimensions invite ongoing reflection and discourse.