Artwork
Adriatique
Adriatique is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Adriatique is a fashion design sketch created around 1957 by the French fashion house Carven. It is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a knee-length dress with a blue floral pattern, square neckline, and belted waist. One hand is positioned on her hip, and her hair is styled in a neat, pulled-back manner. The inclusion of 'Adriatique' in the corner likely denotes the dress's name.
Technique & Style
Executed as a working drawing, Adriatique features a primary front-view sketch accompanied by a smaller back-view sketch, indicating its purpose as a design for a real garment. The style reflects Carven's approach to feminine, accessible fashion.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1957 by Carven, a renowned French fashion house, the sketch is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, highlighting its recognized cultural and historical significance.
Context
Adriatique situates itself within the post-war French fashion landscape, where Carven was notable for making high fashion more attainable for a broader audience through its designs.
Legacy
As part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, Adriatique contributes to the historical record of mid-20th-century fashion design, illustrating Carven's influence on the era's style.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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