Artwork
Escabelle
Escabelle is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Escabelle is a drawing by Carven, created around 1963. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a simple black dress with a straight neckline and long sleeves, holding a small bag. The dress is annotated with 'Escabelle' in the corner, possibly indicating the design's name.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick strokes, particularly evident in the rendering of the woman's hair. The style is reminiscent of a rapid fashion sketch, capturing the essence of the dress's design.
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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