Artwork
Kitchero
Kitchero is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Kitchero, attributed to the French fashion house Carven and dated to around 1958, is an illustration held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a single female figure rendered in a stylized drawing that emphasizes contemporary clothing design.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts a woman dressed in a coordinated magenta jacket and skirt, complemented by a waist belt, skirt pocket, and high‑heeled shoes. Her posture—left hand on the hip, right hand near the chest—conveys confidence and poise, while the up‑do hairstyle reflects mid‑century grooming trends.
Technique & Style
Executed as a line drawing with selective shading, the illustration employs a light beige background that isolates the figure. A smaller inset sketch to the right shows the garment’s back, highlighting Carven’s attention to garment construction and detail.
Context
Created during the late 1950s, a period of rapid change in women's fashion, the work likely served as a promotional image for a magazine or catalog. Its emphasis on coordinated color and sleek silhouette aligns with Carven’s reputation for modern, accessible elegance.
Legacy
As part of the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings, Kitchero offers insight into mid‑century fashion illustration practices and the visual language used to market contemporary clothing to a broad audience.
Artist & collection
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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