Artwork

'Banane'

'Banane', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949
'Banane', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Banane' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

'Banane' is a drawing created in 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer and founder of the Carven fashion house.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a light-colored dress and a large hat that conceals her face and neck. The simplicity of the drawing highlights the elegance of the subject's attire.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by clean lines and minimal details, showcasing a straightforward yet refined style. The use of a light-colored background further accentuates the subject's figure.

History & Provenance

'Banane' is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, an institution that houses a diverse range of cultural and ethnographic artifacts.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

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.