Artwork

Cèdre rouge

Cèdre rouge, by Carven, 1962
Cèdre rouge, by Carven, 1962

Cèdre rouge is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Cèdre rouge is a drawing created by Carven around 1962, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a figure from behind, wearing a bright red hat and a blue coat with black trim, red shoes, and a plain white background. The title Cèdre rouge, meaning 'red cedar', highlights the red hat as a focal point.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by bold lines and flat colors, suggesting a spontaneous and expressive approach.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.