Artwork
Belphégor
Belphégor is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
The work 'Belphégor' is a fashion sketch created around 1956 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her innovative approach to fashion.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman in a simple black outfit, comprising a fitted jacket, full skirt, and low-heeled shoes, with her hair pulled back and carrying a small bag.
Technique & Style
Executed in a loose and quick style, the drawing incorporates watercolor shading to convey shadows, with the name 'Belphégor' inscribed in the corner, possibly as a title or code.
History & Provenance
The sketch is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, created by Carven, who founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers.
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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