Who painted Dame blanche?

Dame blanche was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1958.

Where can I see Dame blanche?

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

Artwork

Dame blanche

Marie-Louise Carven , 1958

Dame blanche is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Dame blanche is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1958. It is a depiction of a woman in a formal dress and is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a woman in a sleeveless, formal dress with a full skirt, styled hair, and high heels. The title 'Dame blanche' is written above her. The image conveys elegance and sophistication, with a contrast between darker bodice and lighter skirt.

Technique & Style

The drawing is executed in a simple, effective style with clean lines and minimal shading, suggesting a study or sketch rather than a finished work. The dress's pattern is rendered through lines and shapes, creating a sense of detail and texture.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines. Dame blanche is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.