Artwork
Amandine
Amandine is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Amandine is a painting depicting a stylishly dressed woman, created around 1953. It is held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman in a sleeveless white dress with a floral pattern, posing confidently with her hand on her hip. Her attire and demeanor convey understated sophistication.
Technique & Style
The artist has used a solid beige background to emphasize the subject's elegant pose and stylish clothing, creating a sense of refinement.
History & Provenance
The work is associated with Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer who founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was known for her designs for petite women and use of lightweight fabrics.
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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