Artwork
'Girafon'
'Girafon' is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
'Girafon' is an image created by Carven around 1951, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts a woman wearing a simple dress with a belted waist and a jacket with a wide collar. She stands with one hand on her hip, conveying a relaxed pose.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines, giving it a sketchy feel. The style suggests a rapid execution, possibly for capturing fashion ideas.
History & Provenance
The work is signed 'Girafon', which is its title rather than the name of the artist or subject.
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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