Artwork

Mouches

Mouches, by Carven, 1952
Mouches, by Carven, 1952

Mouches is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1952 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Mouches is a drawing created by Carven around 1952, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a black dress with a subtle triangular pattern, accessorized with black gloves and heels, and red lipstick. The focus is on the woman's attire, suggesting an emphasis on fashion.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases attention to detail in the woman's clothing, including a collar, belt, and rolled-up sleeves, indicating a style that prioritizes fashion illustration.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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