Who painted Manteau marron?

Manteau marron was painted by Carven in 1967.

Where can I see Manteau marron?

Manteau marron is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Manteau marron

Carven , 1967

Manteau marron 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 marron is a drawing attributed to the French fashion house Carven, dated approximately 1967. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed among other examples of mid‑century fashion illustration.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a woman wearing a long, dark brown coat with a high collar and a cinched waist. Her hair is gathered in a loose bun, and she accessorises with modest gold earrings. The composition emphasizes the coat’s silhouette and the elongation of the figure’s legs, suggesting elegance through simplicity.

Technique & Style

Carven employs swift, gestural lines to convey the drape of the fabric, with cross‑hatching used to render texture and depth. A small inset sketch shows the back of the coat, reinforcing the designer’s focus on garment construction. The overall line work is loose yet precise, capturing movement without detailed shading.

History & Provenance

Created around 1967, the drawing entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its presence in the museum underscores the institution’s interest in documenting fashion as a cultural artifact, linking textile design to broader ethnographic study.