Artwork
Chardin
Chardin is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Chardin is a sketch created around 1953 by the artist Carven, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman in a flowing, high-waisted dress with a flared skirt and a sleeveless top featuring a high neckline. Her arms are outstretched, capturing a sense of movement or gesture.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose and quick lines, the work exhibits a sketchy, unfinished appearance, suggesting it may have been a rapid study rather than a finished piece.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1953, the sketch is attributed to Carven, with the artist's name inscribed in the top right corner. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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