Artwork
Virginie
Virginie is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Virginie is a fashion sketch created around 1955 by the French fashion house Carven, now part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a simple yet elegant dress characterized by a fitted, button-front bodice with a neck bow and a light-colored, dotted-pattern skirt. Her relaxed pose, with one leg slightly bent, conveys a sense of casual sophistication. The inscription 'Virginie' may refer to either the dress model or its name.
Technique & Style
Executed with loose, quick lines, the sketch emphasizes the fluidity of the fabric and the overall design of the dress, reflecting Carven's approach to capturing the essence of their fashion designs through rapid, expressive drawing techniques.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1955, the sketch is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, though specific details about its acquisition or exhibition history are not provided.
Context
Part of Carven's body of work from the mid-20th century, 'Virginie' represents the house's contribution to French fashion during this period, known for its emphasis on accessible, elegant clothing.
Legacy
As a representative of Carven's design aesthetic in the 1950s, 'Virginie' contributes to the historical record of French fashion's evolution, particularly in how it reflects the era's balance between simplicity and elegance in women's wear.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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