Artwork
Laque
Laque 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
Laque, executed in 1963 by the French fashion designer Carven, is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work consists of a single‑plane illustration that foregrounds a stylized female figure dressed in a streamlined black ensemble.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing presents a woman clad in a sleek black dress featuring a cape‑like collar and a striking red stripe that runs down the front. Complementary accessories—a wide‑brimmed hat, gloves, and pointed shoes—complete the look, suggesting an emphasis on contemporary fashion and the interplay of monochrome with a single accent hue.
Technique & Style
Rendered with loose, confident strokes, the line work conveys a sense of immediacy. The artist employs cross‑hatching to suggest volume and shading, while the bold red stripe provides visual contrast against the dominant black, highlighting the garment’s silhouette.
History & Provenance
Created in the early 1960s, Laque entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains accessible for study of mid‑century fashion illustration and its relationship to ethnographic collections.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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