Artwork
'Pampilles'
'Pampilles' 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
'Pampilles' is a drawing by the fashion designer Carven, created around 1949. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman in a long, flowing dress with a beaded neckline, holding a tall vase. The loose posture and simple lines convey a sense of elegance and fluidity.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by confident, quick strokes that leave some areas bare, suggesting a spontaneous and expressive approach. The simplicity of the lines emphasizes the fluidity of the figure and the dress.
History & Provenance
The work is signed 'Carven', and the word 'Pampilles' may refer to a specific design or style. The drawing is now held 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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