Who painted Casque d'or?

Casque d'or was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1956.

Where can I see Casque d'or?

Casque d'or is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Casque d'or

Marie-Louise Carven , 1956

Casque d'or 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. Created circa 1956, *Caslet d’or* is a sketch by French fashion designer Marie‑Louise Carven.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1956, *Caslet d’or* is a sketch by French fashion designer Marie‑Louise Carven. The drawing depicts a woman seen from behind, dressed in a dark, long coat with a belted waist and a wide‑brimmed hat that resembles a fedora. The figure stands barefoot on a plain surface, rendered without background detail.

Subject & Meaning

The title, translating to “gold helmet,” alludes to the prominent hat, though the rendered headwear is more akin to a fashionable fedora than a literal helmet. The composition emphasizes the silhouette of the coat and hat, focusing attention on the garment’s shape rather than narrative content.

Technique & Style

Carven employs swift, confident lines to outline the figure, using minimal cross‑hatching to suggest form. The sketch relies on a limited line economy, with no shading or background, highlighting the designer’s interest in clarity of silhouette and the essential qualities of the attire.

History & Provenance

Marie‑Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house in 1945, was an early adopter of ready‑to‑wear collections and held patents such as a push‑up bra. *Caslet d’or* is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is preserved as an example of mid‑century fashion illustration.