Art - Goût - Beauté, Feuillets de l' élégance féminine, Juin 1929, No. 106, 9e Année, p.9 1929

In this pochoir print made in 1929, J. Dory captures the essence of Parisian chic, featuring several elegant female figures modeling the latest trends. The color palette is muted, with a focus on grays, creams, and soft pinks, typical of the era’s refined aesthetic. Looking at this, I imagine the artist carefully layering the colors, building up the forms with delicate touches. Each figure seems to embody a different mood or occasion, from the casual sportiness of the ensemble on the right to the more formal attire on the left. I wonder if J. Dory ever felt constrained by the demands of commercial art. Did they dream of breaking free from the dictates of fashion to explore their own creative vision? Ultimately, artists are always in conversation, picking up where others left off, challenging conventions, and pushing boundaries. This print is a testament to the power of art to evoke a sense of time and place.