Artwork

Trombone

Trombone, by Carven, 1956
Trombone, by Carven, 1956

Trombone 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

Trombone is a drawing created by Carven around 1956. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman standing with one hand on her hip, gazing directly ahead. She wears a simple, long dress and jacket. The title 'Trombone' is inscribed in the corner, but its connection to the subject is unclear.

Technique & Style

The sketch is characterized by loose, rapid lines and soft shading used to render the figure's clothing and face. The emphasis is on capturing shape and movement rather than precise detail.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.