Preliminary Design of Book-plates for Misia Natanson Edwards Sert

1920

Pierre Bonnard

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Pierre Bonnard

Artist, French, 1867 - 1947

This is a drawing of various sketches and patterns featuring floral and ornamental designs. The composition includes distinct sketches of floral motifs, such as roses in different orientations and styles, alongside ornamental designs that resemble decorative frames or borders. The arrangement contains vine-like elements blending into geometric shapes, implying design work for decorative purposes. Other elements present include rough sketches of heads and a classical motif of cherubs. The lines vary in thickness, contributing to a sense of variation across the page. The overall layout has an informal and exploratory character.
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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Virginia and Ira Jackson, Houston, (Stamp, VIJ in square, Lugt undescribed); gift to NGA, 2006.

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Bibliography

1981

  • Bouvet, Francis. Bonnard: The Complete Graphic Work. New York: Rizzoli, 1981, no. 86.

Wikidata ID

Q76355623

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