Artwork
Deauville
Deauville 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
Deauville is a mid‑century drawing attributed to the French fashion house Carven, dated approximately 1951. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is catalogued as an image rather than a painted canvas. Its title appears in the lower corner, hinting at a geographic or stylistic reference.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a solitary female figure dressed in a loose, boxy jacket and a high‑waisted skirt that widens toward the hem. The drawing omits facial features and background, directing attention to the silhouette and tailoring of the garments, suggesting an interest in the form and construction of post‑war fashion.
Technique & Style
Rendered with confident, simplified lines, the sketch employs quick shading to indicate fabric folds. Cross‑hatching is used sparingly to build shadow, creating a subtle sense of volume without overwhelming detail. The overall effect is a study of shape and cut, emphasizing the structural qualities of the clothing rather than decorative embellishment.
History & Provenance
Created around 1951, Deauville reflects Carven’s engagement with contemporary style during the early 1950s. The piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains part of the institution’s visual documentation of fashion and cultural attire.
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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