On another note, I've been dreaming of grisaille (which is better than dreaming in grisaille? bad joke) and have been hoarding examples of it at work. Related to brunaille and verdaille, brown and green respectively, these monochromatic paintings in greys convey just as much emotion as a black and white photo. Sure, lots of others have discussed it, but I think inspiration can come from a little art history.
Image via the Met, Odalisque in Grisaille, ca. 1824–34, Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
Image via Dr. Decker Kunsthandel, Albrecht Dürer, Nuremberg, ca. 1510/15
Image via Juliette Aristides, Captive by J Langstaff
Reproduction wallapper via Trouvais/Holly AldermanAnd it certainly has a place in decor.
Source: google.com via Ann on Pinterest
Images by Decorative Imaging in the 2006 Kips Bay Show House, House Beautiful via Pure Style Home, Downeast Dilettante, Willow Decor and of course Architect Design. Also by Mrs. Howard Personal Shopper via SW DesignAnd everyone loves a de Gournay
Images via the de Gournay website
Source: 4inspireddesign.com via Ann on Pinterest
Images via cote de texas from the de Gournay websiteBut I've been eyeing the grisaille at Zuber.
Image via SybariticMy favorite being “Les Courses de Chevaux”
Image via Christies, SW Design and What Is James WearingNow, time to throw a little salt over the shoulder...
Great examples of Grisailles! So glad you could include my image as well :-) I'm off to a job site where I will be avoiding all ladders -thanks for the reminder!
Ah! I had no idea what that type of artwork was called until I read your post. I learned something already today :)
@ Stefan - I met a black cat on Friday but managed to survive :)
@ Carrie - I'm continually amazed by how much I don't know about architecture, interiors and art history. I guess that's okay considering the centuries of civilization that I still need to catch up on! I'm glad I could share something I've read about with you!
Great post. Excellent picture research. Thanks for including my grisaille. Many new editions. All the best.
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