Très Parisien, 1923, No. 3: Créations de ERÈS...RAYA... 1923

This fashion plate, “Très Parisien” from 1923, by J. Dory, it's probably gouache or watercolor on paper, is all about the breezy confidence of a sketch. The colors are muted, almost whispering, and that dog! It's like Dory was thinking out loud with their brush. There's a fluidity to the lines, a sense that the image came together in a rush of inspiration. It's less about precision and more about capturing a mood. The texture feels smooth, like the paper absorbed the color, and the washes of pink, green, and beige, create a feeling of understated chic. Look at how the dog's fur is suggested with just a few strokes. It's economical and playful. This piece reminds me a bit of Erté, another fashion illustrator who had a knack for capturing the spirit of the Art Deco era, even though Dory’s style is less theatrical and more casual. It’s a reminder that art doesn’t always have to shout, sometimes it’s the quiet conversations that resonate the most.