Artwork
Cravate
Cravate 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
Cravate is a drawing created by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1956. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a formal dark blue suit with a white necktie and hat, posed with confidence. Her attire and demeanor convey a sense of self-assurance.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed in a simple style characterized by clean lines and minimal detail, effectively capturing the subject's confident pose and formal attire.
Context
Marie-Louise Carven was known for designing clothing for petite women and promoting prêt-à-porter in Paris, using lightweight fabrics like lace. Cravate reflects her design aesthetic and contribution to mid-20th-century fashion.
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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