Artwork

Mont laurier

Mont laurier, by Carven, 1962
Mont laurier, by Carven, 1962

Mont laurier is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Mont laurier is a drawing created by Carven around 1962, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a checkered outfit, comprising a dark jacket and matching skirt, paired with a peach-colored top, black gloves, and a small hat. The focus is on the clothing, with the face and background receiving minimal attention.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by bold, confident lines and a lack of extraneous detail, emphasizing the fit and appearance of the outfit. The checkered pattern contrasts with the peach-colored top, creating visual interest.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.