Design for a Pendant
Eugène Grasset’s delicate sketch brings the organic whimsy of Art Nouveau to life in a wearable fantasy. The pendant design features a swirling cascade of coral-pink fronds and icy blue leaves, all outlined in shimmering gold that suggests precious metalwork. A tiny golden lantern or seed pod dangles from the sinuous stem, perfectly balancing the asymmetrical composition. Grasset was a master of blending natural forms with decorative arts, and this piece shows exactly why his designs were so influential in late 19th-century Paris.
Views: 7