Artwork
Rosalba
Rosalba is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Rosalba is a drawing created by Carven around 1964, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography. The work depicts two women in casual, striped swimsuits adorned with small floral motifs near the waist.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Rosalba is two women in simple swimsuits, one distinguished by a bright red hat with a bow. The identity of 'Rosalba', noted in the artist’s loose handwriting at the top, remains unclear.
Technique & Style
Characterized by quick, sketchy lines, Rosalba reflects a spontaneous or draft-like approach. The artist's handwriting matches the drawing's informal style.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1964, Rosalba is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. Further details on its creation context or acquisition are not provided.
Context
While specific contextual information about Rosalba is limited, it may reflect mid-20th-century casual fashion, particularly in beach or leisure settings, through its depiction of simple, patterned swimsuits.
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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