Artwork

Pigue-figue

Pigue-figue, by Carven, 1960
Pigue-figue, by Carven, 1960

Pigue-figue is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Pigue-figue is a sketch created by Carven around 1960, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts two figures wearing long, loose dresses with vertical lines and a belt at the waist. The title 'Pigue-figue' is written in the corner, potentially referencing a design or fashion concept.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by quick, clean lines, suggesting a rapid notation of a fashion idea rather than a detailed representation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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