Artwork
Calape
Calape is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1952 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Calape is a 1952 fashion illustration by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her work with lightweight fabrics and petite women's clothing.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a striped dress with a flared skirt and long-sleeved jacket, capturing movement and shape with loose, confident lines.
Technique & Style
The illustration features bold stripes achieved with quick, parallel lines, and shading that suggests fabric texture, demonstrating a spontaneous and expressive drawing style.
History & Provenance
Created by Carven, who founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer in prêt-à-porter, Calape is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
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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