Artwork
Lucile
Lucile 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
Created around 1957 by the French fashion house Carven, this drawing is part of the Museum of Ethnography’s collection. The work presents a single figure dressed in a dark‑blue ensemble, rendered in a concise, sketch‑like manner that emphasizes silhouette over detail.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration portrays a woman standing confidently, one hand placed on her hip. She wears a loose, dark‑blue suit with wide lapels and a matching skirt, complemented by low‑heeled shoes and a short, neatly arranged hairstyle. The pose and attire suggest a modern, self‑assured femininity typical of mid‑century fashion.
Technique & Style
Carven employs cross‑hatching to define the garment’s form, a common method in fashion illustration that conveys texture and structure with minimal line work. A secondary, quick back view appears in the margin, offering a glimpse of the suit’s clean lines and reinforcing the design’s simplicity.
History & Provenance
The sketch, dated to the late 1950s, bears the name *Lucine* in the corner, likely indicating the collection’s label for the outfit. It entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings as part of its fashion‑related acquisitions, providing insight into post‑war French couture documentation.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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