Artwork

Don Juan

Don Juan, by Carven, 1956
Don Juan, by Carven, 1956

Don Juan is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Don Juan is a work by Carven, created around 1956, and is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a woman wearing a bright yellow outfit with a matching cap, characterized by short sleeves, a simple collar, and a straight skirt. Her relaxed pose, with one hand on her hip, conveys a sense of casual elegance.

Technique & Style

The drawing is executed in quick, loose lines that effectively capture the shape and movement of the clothing. The bold yellow color of the outfit stands out against the light background, drawing the viewer's attention to the garment.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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