Artwork

Country club

Country club, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1953
Country club, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1953

Country club is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

The image 'Country Club' is a fashion illustration created around 1953. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The illustration depicts a woman in an elegant outfit, conveying confidence and a sense of belonging to a particular social class. Her attire, including a striped jacket and pencil skirt, suggests a balance between sophistication and playfulness.

Technique & Style

The drawing's style is characterized by its depiction of a stylish and refined woman, echoing the aesthetic associated with Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer known for her elegant yet playful designs.

History & Provenance

'Country Club' is attributed to Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house, established in 1945. Carven was a pioneer among Parisian couturiers in introducing a prêt-à-porter line.

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.