Artwork

Cuba

Cuba, by Carven, 1951
Cuba, by Carven, 1951

Cuba is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Cuba is a visual artwork created by Carven around 1951, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a woman in a vibrant, striped dress (red, blue, green, purple) with a V-neckline, short sleeves, and a waist sash. Her confident pose, with one hand on her hip, and styled updo convey elegance and sophistication.

Technique & Style

The image contrasts bold, multicolored dress patterns against a subdued light beige background, emphasizing the subject's attire and demeanor.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1951 by Carven, the work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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