Artwork
Plum pudding
Plum pudding is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1953, the drawing titled Plum pudding is attributed to the fashion illustrator Carven and is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work is a rapid, gestural sketch that captures a momentary view of a woman’s attire.
Subject & Meaning
The figure is depicted wearing a long, vivid yellow coat edged in black, a dark scarf covering her head, and modest black shoes. In her right hand she holds a small object that could be a key or a compact mirror, suggesting a personal, everyday detail. The whimsical title may hint at a playful nickname for the ensemble.
Technique & Style
Executed with loose, swift lines, the drawing resembles a fashion illustration rather than a finished painting. The emphasis lies in contour and gesture, conveying the silhouette and texture of the coat without elaborate shading.
History & Provenance
The piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings sometime after its creation, though the exact acquisition date is not recorded. It remains catalogued under Carven’s mid‑century output.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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