Artwork
Médailles

Médailles is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Médailles is a sketch created by Carven around 1964, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts two women from behind, wearing simple dresses with raised arms. The dresses feature a row of small, round yellow shapes near the waist, possibly representing a belt or decorative element.
Technique & Style
The artist employed quick, loose lines to maintain a sketchy and lively feel. The use of simple, expressive lines and subtle color choices contributes to the work's informal character.
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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