Schouw met draperieën 1895

This print, "Schouw met draperieën" by Léon Laroche, presents a study in interior design, focusing particularly on the chimney piece. Note the division of the page; the left panel displays the aesthetic arrangement, while the right panel dissects the construction of the drapery. Laroche employs line and form to convey the material qualities of fabric. Swags of pink drapery frame a mirror above, their folds articulated with delicate shading. This contrasts sharply with the diagrams on the right, where lines are used to map out patterns and measurements. The color palette is soft, dominated by pinks and creams, which adds a sense of formality. The division of the artwork invites us to consider how design functions both as an art form and a constructive process. Laroche challenges us to examine the blend of decoration and structural logic within domestic spaces.