Artwork
Limaille

Limaille 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
Limaille is a drawing by Carven, created around 1958. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, dark coat with a fur collar over a belted dress. A secondary sketch in the corner provides an alternative view, emphasizing the dress's silhouette. The title 'Limaille' may relate to the fabric or style of the garments illustrated.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by bold, sketchy lines and selective shading to convey texture. The artist's focus is on the clothing, with minimal attention to the model's face or surroundings, suggesting a rapid execution that prioritizes the garments' forms and lines.
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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