Artwork

Dragée

Dragée, by Carven, 1958
Dragée, by Carven, 1958

Dragée is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Dragée is a sketch created by Carven around 1958, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a woman in a flowing pink dress, captured in a walking pose with one arm bent behind her. The title 'Dragée' is inscribed in the corner, potentially referencing the dress's style or fabric.

Technique & Style

Executed in quick, light strokes, the drawing conveys a sense of spontaneity and movement. The plain background allows the figure to take center stage, highlighting the artist's focus on capturing the essence of the subject.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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