Artwork

Hanoï

Hanoï, by Carven, 1959
Hanoï, by Carven, 1959

Hanoï is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Hanoï is a drawing by Carven, created around 1959. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a red-and-black plaid suit, accessorized with a pink scarf and black heels. The confident stride and elegant attire convey a sense of poise and sophistication.

Technique & Style

The sketch features clean lines and a simple yet refined style. A small diagram on the right side illustrates the jacket and skirt pattern, suggesting attention to detail and a focus on fashion design.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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