Artwork
Robe sans manches blanche avec ceinture nouée à la taille
Robe sans manches blanche avec ceinture nouée à la taille is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1958 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 1958 by the French fashion house Carven, this illustration depicts a sleeveless white dress with a tied waist belt. The image is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is catalogued as a visual record of mid‑century women's attire.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing presents a woman standing with her hands lightly placed on her hips, wearing a short‑sleeved, knee‑length dress that flares at the skirt. The simple silhouette, accentuated by the belt, conveys a sense of understated elegance and reflects the post‑war shift toward practical yet refined everyday clothing.
Technique & Style
Executed with loose, swift lines, the sketch emphasizes the overall form of the garment rather than intricate detailing. Soft contours outline the white fabric against an unadorned background, allowing the belt and skirt shape to dominate the visual field and highlighting the garment’s clean, modern lines.
History & Provenance
The work dates to the late 1950s, a period when Carven was known for accessible, stylish designs that appealed to a broad clientele. It entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings as part of a broader acquisition of fashion illustrations documenting mid‑century dressmaking practices.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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