Artwork
Baldaquin
Baldaquin 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
Baldaquin is a sketch created by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1959. The drawing depicts a woman in a black dress and is signed 'Baldaquin' in the top right corner.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch shows a woman standing sideways in a sleek black dress with a fitted bodice and flared skirt, accompanied by a smaller alternative version in a lighter color with dotted patterns.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines, suggesting it was a preliminary idea rather than a finished design. It showcases Carven's focus on elegant, feminine silhouettes.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was known for her designs for petite women and innovative 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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