Artwork
Fructidor
Fructidor is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Fructidor is a drawing created circa 1957 by the artist Carven, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a serene woman in a loose, knee-length dress with a round collar and short sleeves, adorned with abstract blob-like patterns. Her restrained pose and pulled-back hair convey a sense of calmness.
Technique & Style
Executed in a loose and quick manner, the sketch suggests a spontaneous or preliminary drawing style, characteristic of rapid sketching techniques.
History & Provenance
Created around 1957, the piece is signed 'Fructidor' in the artist's handwriting in the top right corner, and is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
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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