Artwork
Tailleur absinthe
Tailleur absinthe is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Tailleur absinthe is a work by Carven, created around 1957. It is a sketch of a woman's outfit, held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a simple, loose ensemble consisting of a light olive-green vest and matching flared skirt. The outfit is characterized by clean shapes and minimal details, conveying a sense of practical yet stylish clothing.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed in quick, rough lines, giving it the appearance of a rapid notation rather than a refined illustration. This approach emphasizes the overall form of the clothing, allowing its shape and structure to take precedence over intricate details.
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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