La Route de Poissy
Classification
printed, dyed & painted textiles
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Gift of Agnes J. Holden in memory of Elizabeth Haynes
Accession Number
1953-37-1-a
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**La Route de Poissy** is a captivating textile artwork created in 1815 by the young French artist Favre Petitierre (1802–1818). among printed, dyed, and textiles in the Smithsonian American Art Museum's collection, piece reflects the refined craftsmanship of early 19th-century France. Though the exact medium details are still under research, its techniques highlight the era's innovative approaches to fabric decoration, blending printing for bold patterns, dyeing for rich colors, and hand-painting for intricate details. Donated as a gift from Agnes J. Holden in memory of Elizabeth Haynes, it o...