Artwork
Ondine
Ondine 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
Ondine is a drawing created by the artist Carven around 1956. It is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, dark green dress with a checkered pattern near the hem. She holds a small object in her right hand. The title 'Ondine' is written in the top corner, possibly referencing the mythological water nymphs known as undines.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines and a lack of background. Simple strokes are used to convey fabric folds and movement, while subtle hatching suggests texture.
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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