Artwork
Saumur
Saumur 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
Saumur is a drawing created by the artist Carven around 1958, currently part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman dressed in a simple yet defined red outfit, characterized by a fitted top, flared skirt, button-front detail, and a small collar. Her hairstyle is neatly pulled back, and she wears low-heeled shoes, conveying a sense of understated elegance.
Technique & Style
Executed with loose, quick lines, the drawing emphasizes spontaneity. Subtle shading is used to suggest the texture and folds of the fabric, highlighting the artist's ability to balance simplicity with suggestive detail.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1958, the work is signed 'Saumur' by the artist. It is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, though the circumstances of its acquisition are not detailed here.
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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