Artwork

Chercheur d'or

Chercheur d'or, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956
Chercheur d'or, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Chercheur 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.

About this work

Overview

Chercheur d'or is a drawing created around 1956 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a red outfit, standing confidently with her arms crossed. The title 'Chercheur d'or', meaning 'gold seeker', suggests a connection to gold, although it is not visually represented.

Technique & Style

The drawing features bold, simple lines and shading that highlights the folds in the fabric. The style is characterized by a focus on shape and color over detailed representation.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

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.