Artwork

'Mousson'

'Mousson', by Carven, 1949
'Mousson', by Carven, 1949

'Mousson' is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Mousson, created in 1949 by Carven, is a sketch housed at the Museum of Ethnography, depicting a woman in a casual, stylish outfit.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman dressed in a brown sleeveless top with pockets and a deep V-neck, paired with black shorts, her hair pulled back and posing with one hand on her head, emphasizing a relaxed, fashionable demeanor.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, confident lines, flat colors, and the absence of shading, the drawing suggests a rapid execution prioritizing overall form and style over meticulous detail.

History & Provenance

Created in 1949, the work is attributed to Carven based on the signature 'Carven' and is currently part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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