Artwork
Isabey
Isabey 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
Isabey is a drawing created by Carven around 1957, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a simple outfit, with a short jacket and pleated skirt, walking with one hand on her hip. The name 'Isabey' is written in the top-right corner, possibly indicating the subject's name or a label for the design.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose, quick lines and light shading that highlights the folds in the fabric. A smaller inset drawing shows the outfit's back view, demonstrating the artist's attention to detail.
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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