Artwork
Algues

Algues is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Algues is a drawing created around 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a green coat with a full skirt, her left hand on her hip, conveying confidence and poise. Her face is turned to the left, and her hair is styled in an updo.
Technique & Style
The artwork features a woman in a green coat against a plain beige background, showcasing understated elegance. The use of subtle contrast and attention to detail highlights the artist's skill.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven, born Carmen de Tommaso in 1909, founded her fashion house in 1945 and was known for designing for petite figures and promoting ready-to-wear fashion. Algues is held in the Museum of Ethnography.
Artist & collection
Artist
Marie-Louise Carven (31 August 1909 – 8 June 2015), born Carmen de Tommaso, was a French fashion designer who founded the house of Carven in 1945.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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