Artwork

Coq indien

Coq indien, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960
Coq indien, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960

Coq indien is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Coq indien is a drawing created by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1960. The work is held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, brown coat with a hood and a black glove, alongside a simpler illustration of the same coat. The title 'Coq indien' is associated with the image, though its direct connection to the content is not immediately clear.

Technique & Style

The image features a detailed drawing of a woman in a patterned coat, accompanied by a more minimalist line drawing of the coat. The background is white with faint marks and creases, suggesting the work may be on paper.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was known for innovative designs, including a prêt-à-porter line and the patented push-up bra. Coq indien is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

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.