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Toile inspired artwork

19/2/2019

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toile comback
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NINA CHOI
According to a recent article from Domino, toile is on the verge of a comeback.

"The pattern, known more formally as toile de Jouy, first found popularity in late 18th-century France. Inspired by traditional Chinese porcelain designs and prints, the pattern is identifiable by its landscape scenes and floral motifs frequently rendered in either blue or red hues. Since its origin, it’s enjoyed waves of popularity, notably in colonial time, the 1970s, and the early aughts. It’s a traditional pattern, typically partnered with more traditional furnishings. But given its slow trickle back into fashion, it may be gearing up for an upgrade."

I began creating toile inspired artwork in 2017, mixing photography with chintz lace patterns and weaving them together. My 'Comforts of Home' series explored what home means to me through the use of different floral and bird motifs. Using antique illustrations as a starting point I recreated the flowers and birds from blue security envelope lining, grouping them together to form a chintz 'fabric' toile pattern. These elements then formed the base for a paper patchwork and the patterns to decorate ceramic plates.

Limited edition prints and a handful of original pieces are still available:


toile inspired art
Security envelope passionfruit
Toile inspired print
Security envelope frangipani
toile inspired artwork
Security envelope rose
toile inspired design
Security envelope tui
toile artwork
Blue toile billabong
contemporary toile
Heirloom I
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    Jennifer is a contemporary Australian artist based in Brisbane, Queensland. Know for her highly decorative paintings and unique paper weavings, she explores pattern and visual perception, often highlighting the beauty in the ordinary.

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