Croquet was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1953.

Where can I see Croquet?

Croquet is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Croquet

Marie-Louise Carven , 1953

Croquet 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

Created circa 1953 by French designer Marie‑Louise Carven, *Croquet* is a fashion illustration depicting a woman in a relaxed, one‑piece ensemble. The drawing, executed in quick, flat lines without background, is held by the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The figure is shown in a loose, jacket‑and‑trouser style marked by wavy zigzag stripes. She stands with one hand on her hip and the other grasping a small object, suggesting a casual, active pose that reflects Carven’s emphasis on comfort for petite women.

Technique & Style

Rendered with simple, swift strokes and solid areas of colour, the sketch employs minimal detail, focusing on silhouette and pattern rather than texture. The striped motif adds visual interest while maintaining the flat, graphic quality typical of mid‑century fashion sketches.

History & Provenance

Marie‑Louise Carven founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was an early adopter of ready‑to‑wear collections. *Croquet* entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings as part of its broader acquisition of fashion‑related artifacts, illustrating the designer’s work during the early 1950s.