Artwork
Lampion
Lampion is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1963 by the fashion house Carven, “Lampion” is an illustration held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The image portrays a woman in motion, her figure defined by clean, unembellished lines that convey a sense of poised movement.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing presents a female figure dressed in a blue garment patterned with black motifs, complemented by a gray hat that obscures most of her face and black heels. The composition emphasizes the fluidity of the skirt and the elegance of the attire, suggesting a focus on contemporary women’s fashion and its dynamic presentation.
Technique & Style
Executed with minimal shading, the work relies on precise line work to delineate form and texture. The simplicity of the drawing, combined with a restrained palette, creates a refined visual language that highlights the silhouette and movement rather than decorative detail.
History & Provenance
“Lampion” entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings after its creation in the early 1960s, reflecting the institution’s interest in documenting fashion illustration as a cultural artifact. The piece remains part of the museum’s permanent collection, accessible for study and public viewing.
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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