Artwork

Manteau bleu ciel et chapeau assorti

Manteau bleu ciel et chapeau assorti, by Carven, 1967
Manteau bleu ciel et chapeau assorti, by Carven, 1967

Manteau bleu ciel et chapeau assorti is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Manteau bleu ciel et chapeau assorti, circa 1967, is a fashion sketch by the House of Carven, currently in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It depicts a woman wearing a light blue, boxy coat with a matching hat.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a relaxed, standing female figure clad in a simple, light blue coat with two front pockets and a coordinating hat. The inclusion of a small rear-view sketch of the coat in the corner highlights the design's practicality and attention to detail.

Technique & Style

Executed with quick, clean brushstrokes, the sketch features soft, flat blue hues. The artist's signature is located in the bottom right corner, underscoring the handcrafted nature of the design.

History & Provenance

Created around 1967 by the House of Carven, the sketch is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though the specifics of its acquisition are not detailed here.

Context

This piece reflects mid-1960s fashion sensibilities, emphasizing simplicity and practicality, characteristic of Carven's approach to haute couture during this period.

Legacy

As part of the Museum of Ethnography's holdings, Manteau bleu ciel et chapeau assorti contributes to the historical record of 1960s French fashion design, particularly the House of Carven's contributions to the era's style.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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