Artwork
'Casoar'
'Casoar' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
'Casoar' is a drawing created around 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer and founder of the Carven fashion house.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, flowing dress with a high collar and draped sleeves, posed with one hand on her hip and the other at her side. The title or notation 'Casoar' is written in the corner, possibly referencing the cassowary bird.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by simple, loose lines that prioritize shape over detail, suggesting a fashion study or sketch.
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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