Artwork
Mirliflore
Mirliflore is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Mirliflore is a drawing created around 1956 by the artist Carven, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, light gray coat with a dark brown fur collar and trim. Her expression is subtly cheerful, and her attire is complemented by simple footwear. The subject's pose and the overall sketchy execution suggest a candid or preparatory study.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, quick lines, Mirliflore resembles a fashion sketch more than a finished artwork. The hasty execution implies the piece might be a rapid study or concept drawing.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1956, Mirliflore is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography. The inscription 'Mirliflore' in the corner possibly refers to the coat's design name.
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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