The artwork, titled “Costumes Parisiens. Manteau De Voyage À Pélerinez,” was created by the artist George Barbier in the year 1913. This piece belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and is an example of illustration in its genre.
The artwork depicts a stylish woman seated in an elegant setting, likely inside a train or a similar mode of transportation, evoking a sense of travel and sophistication. She is adorned in a rich blue travel coat with a pelerine, a fashionable element of the period, and a black taffeta dress. The woman’s outfit is accentuated by matching blue shoes and a blue hat. The interior setting includes a window draped with curtains, a small piece of luggage, and a book placed beside her. Additionally, there are floral decorations surrounding her and a vividly colored bird in a cage positioned at her feet. The scene reflects the elegance and opulence associated with early 20th-century Parisian fashion and lifestyle.
