Artwork
Pinocchio
Pinocchio is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Pinocchio is a mid-20th-century artwork by Carven, dated circa 1951, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The piece depicts a woman in a knee-length dress with bold black accents, accessorized with a small purse and tilted hat. The title 'Pinocchio' appears incongruous with the subject, suggesting a playful or whimsical naming choice by the artist.
Technique & Style
Executed with quick, confident lines, the sketch balances sketchy areas with flat-colored sections, reflecting a spontaneous yet deliberate artistic approach.
History & Provenance
Created around 1951, the work is signed 'Carven' at the bottom left, authenticating the artist. It is 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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