Artwork
Girelle
Girelle is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1952 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Girelle is a 1952 fashion sketch by Carven, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography. The work depicts a woman in a long, flowing dress with distinctive design elements.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a woman in mid-gesture, wearing a dress with a deep V-neck, fitted waist, and brown and cream tones. The dress's design name, *Girelle*, is noted at the top.
Technique & Style
Executed with loose, confident lines, the sketch conveys a sense of dynamism, characteristic of a fashion study rather than a formal portrait. Subtle texture is suggested on the bodice.
History & Provenance
Created in 1952 by Carven, the sketch is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Context
The style aligns with 1950s womenswear trends, as evidenced by the fitted waist and flowing silhouette, inviting comparison with other designs of the era.
Legacy
As a Carven design from the 1950s, *Girelle* contributes to the historical record of mid-20th-century fashion, though its broader impact or exhibition history is not detailed here.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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