Artwork
Robe ajustée vert bouteille
Robe ajustée vert bouteille is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Robe ajustée vert bouteille is an illustration dating from around 1959, attributed to the French fashion house Carven. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography and is presented as a two‑dimensional image rather than a textile object.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a dark green, knee‑length dress with a round neckline and three‑quarter sleeves. She stands with her left hand on her hip, her right arm relaxed, and wears high heels. A secondary, smaller illustration shows the dress alone, emphasizing its cut and silhouette.
Technique & Style
Executed in line drawing, the image combines a full‑figure portrait with a technical sketch. The figure’s short white bob and the garment’s details are rendered with clean, precise strokes, reflecting mid‑century fashion illustration conventions.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1959, the illustration entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to Carven links it to the brand’s post‑war expansion and the era’s emphasis on streamlined, fitted women's wear.
Context
During the late 1950s, French couture emphasized elegant, body‑hugging silhouettes, a trend embodied by the dress’s fitted shape and bottle‑green hue. Carven, known for accessible yet refined designs, often used illustrative marketing to showcase new collections.
Artist & collection
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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