Artwork
'Palmier'
'Palmier' 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
Palmier, created in 1949 by Carven, is a drawing housed at the Museum of Ethnography. It primarily depicts a strapless, knee-length dress with a distinctive palm tree pattern in blue and green, set against a plain beige background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a woman's dress, with the upper body of the model intentionally left blank, focusing attention solely on the garment. The design elements, including a frontal bow, convey sophistication and refinement.
Technique & Style
The drawing's style is characterized by simplicity and effectiveness, achieving a clear, refined aesthetic without unnecessary embellishments.
History & Provenance
Created in 1949 by Carven, the work is currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
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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