Artwork

Zinia

Zinia, by Carven, 1951
Zinia, by Carven, 1951

Zinia is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Zinia is a painting created by Carven around 1951, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman in a long, white robe with black floral patterns, open to reveal a white shirt underneath. The woman's face is not visible, focusing attention on her attire.

Technique & Style

The robe's intricate black floral pattern contrasts with the white fabric, creating a striking visual effect against a solid beige background. The use of a limited color palette emphasizes the elegance of the design.

Artist & collection

Artist

Carven

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