Artwork
Chow-chow
Chow-chow is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Chow-chow is a 1963 drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. The work is held in the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a short-sleeved, V-necked dress with a pencil skirt, her hair styled in an updo. The pose, with one hand on her hip, conveys confidence.
Technique & Style
Rendered in a simple, elegant style with clean lines and minimal shading, the drawing exudes understated sophistication. The artist's use of line and minimal detail emphasizes the dress's design.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was known for her designs for petite women and innovative use of fabrics. She also introduced prêt-à-porter lines and patented the first push-up bra.
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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