Artwork
Toison d'or
Toison d'or is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Toison d'or is a fashion sketch created by Carven around 1956. It is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a simple, one-shoulder green dress adorned with pink flowers. The title 'Toison d'or', or 'Golden Fleece' in French, is handwritten in the corner. The minimalist design and limited decoration convey a clean, modern aesthetic.
Technique & Style
The dress's simplicity is emphasized by the lack of ornamentation beyond the scattered flowers, creating a straightforward yet elegant design.
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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