Angkor was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1959.

Where can I see Angkor?

Angkor is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Angkor

Marie-Louise Carven , 1959

Angkor is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Angkor is a fashion sketch created by French designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1959. It depicts a woman in a long, black dress with a fitted top and flared skirt, accompanied by a smaller back-view drawing. The piece is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman modeled in a specific Carven design, with the dress's name 'Angkor' noted in the corner, likely referencing the historical site. The sketch focuses on the garment's design and fit.

Technique & Style

Executed in a quick, study-like manner, the sketch showcases Carven's approach to fashion design, emphasizing the interplay of silhouette, fabric, and pose.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1959 by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house (est. 1945), the sketch is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Context

Reflecting Carven's pioneering work in prêt-à-porter and her focus on petite women, 'Angkor' sits within the broader context of post-war Parisian fashion innovation.