Artwork
Barbara
Barbara is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Barbara is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, created circa 1964. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in an orange swimsuit with a blue and yellow pattern, wearing red-framed sunglasses and standing with her left hand on her hip. Her confident pose is conveyed through simple, bold lines.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its use of bold lines and bright colors. The woman's face is not detailed, suggesting a focus on overall form and attitude rather than precise representation.
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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