Très Parisien, 1926, No. 1, Pl. 1.- BELLE AU BOIS DORMANT 1926

This fashion plate, Belle Au Bois Dormant, was made in 1926 by G-P. Joumard and published in Paris. Joumard uses a soft, almost powdery palette, hinting at forms rather than defining them explicitly, which gives the work a dreamy, process-oriented feel. I love the material elements in this piece; the delicate strokes and textures suggest a light, airy quality, perfect for capturing the fluidity of 1920s fashion. Look at the dress on the right – the way the fabric drapes and folds are conveyed with such simplicity, yet you can almost feel the movement. The subtle use of color and shading brings depth to the otherwise flat surface, making the figures pop. This print reminds me a bit of Erté, another artist known for his elegant fashion illustrations. Both artists have a knack for capturing the essence of style and sophistication with minimal means, proving that art is always an ongoing conversation across time. It’s all about embracing the ambiguity and letting your imagination fill in the gaps.