Fauteuil en stoel 1895 - 1935

Léon Laroche made this drawing of a chair and armchair, 'Fauteuil en chaise', on an unknown date with unknown materials, but it looks like a delicate process using watercolors. The light, watery pastel colors give the whole image a soft, dreamlike quality. Look how the pale lavender and cream tones create a gentle harmony, and the delicate lines suggest the textures of the fabric. It’s interesting how the artist uses subtle shading to give form to the chairs, but the details, like the tassels and floral embellishments, are rendered with such precision. There’s an area of detail that is almost photographic with the rest remaining loose and suggestive. It's all surface, with no volume or weight. This piece reminds me of the drawings of furniture designs by the Bauhaus artists, they shared this playful approach to the subject matter. It celebrates the beauty of everyday objects, inviting us to appreciate the artistry in design and craftsmanship.