Twee vensters met gordijnen 1895

This print by Léon Laroche presents two window designs. The artwork balances symmetry with a sense of controlled asymmetry, using the medium of print to explore ideas of interior design and historical styles. On the left, the "Croisée Empire" drapes in soft pink and sage green, creating a theatrical effect. The fabric cascades, framing an unseen view. To the right, the "Croisée Louis XVI" employs a more structured design, with pale blue and white floral patterns lending a delicate, formal air. The window is neatly bordered, offering a contrast to the flowing fabric of its counterpart. The work plays with themes of luxury, taste, and the art of presentation. Through line, color and composition, the print reflects the cultural values and semiotic codes associated with these historical periods. The print destabilizes any fixed idea of beauty, suggesting instead that aesthetics are ever shifting.