Papillons ; France XXe siècle 1922

"Papillons" is a fashion illustration by French artist George Barbier from 1922. The artwork portrays a woman in a light pink dress with voluminous, ruffled sleeves, reaching for butterflies with her outstretched arm, while two other figures watch from the ground. The use of flat, bold colors, thin lines, and stylized figures is characteristic of the Art Deco style popular in the early 20th century. The artwork reflects the playful and whimsical aesthetics of the era.