Artwork

Freddy

Freddy, by Carven, 1955
Freddy, by Carven, 1955

Freddy is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Freddy is an image created by Carven around 1955, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a tall figure in a long red coat with a high collar and big pockets, wearing pointed shoes. The plain background emphasizes the coat. The name 'Freddy' is written in the corner, possibly referring to the model or the design.

Technique & Style

The drawing appears to be a quick and clean fashion sketch, characterized by simple lines and a focus on the red coat.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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