Artwork
'Bayadère'
'Bayadère' 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
Bayadère is a 1949 drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer who founded the Carven fashion house in 1945.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman from behind, wearing a striped dress and a wide-brimmed hat that conceals her face. The title 'Bayadère' references a type of dancer, but the static pose of the figure suggests a more nuanced interpretation.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose, expressive lines and varying degrees of detail, with some areas filled in and others left unfinished. The artist's use of line and shading creates a sense of texture and depth.
History & Provenance
Bayadère is held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, reflecting Carven's influence on fashion and her innovative approach to design, including her introduction of a prêt-à-porter line.
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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