Art - Goût - Beauté, Feuillets de l' élégance féminine, Juin 1932, No. 142, 12e Année, p. 7 1932

This fashion plate was made by R. Drivon in June of 1932, and what strikes me most is the delicate way it suggests form and depth. It's all about the subtle shifts in color and tone, a real masterclass in understatement. Drivon is giving us a peek into the world of 1930s fashion, but it's also showing us how much you can do with a limited palette. The colors are muted, almost melancholic, but the artist coaxes out a subtle, radiant range. Look at the way the shadows fall. The thin washes of paint create volume without harsh lines. It's like Drivon is whispering secrets about light and form. The wispy lines and soft shading feel very connected to the delicate sensibilities of artists like Manet, whose work also explored the interplay of light, fashion, and fleeting moments. Ultimately, this plate reminds us that beauty can be found in the most unassuming of places.