Who painted Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952?

Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952 was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1951.

Where can I see Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952?

Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952 is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952

Marie-Louise Carven , 1951

Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952 is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Dessin de collection d'hiver 1951-1952 is a fashion sketch from Marie-Louise Carven's winter collection, circa 1951-1952, now part of the Museum of Ethnography's holdings.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a woman in a sleek, high-heeled black dress with a fitted top and long, flared skirt featuring a side slit. The focus is on the garment's silhouette and the model's pose, with facial details omitted.

Technique & Style

Rendered with loose, confident lines, the sketch emphasizes fabric movement and folds, characteristic of Carven's design aesthetic which prioritized fluidity and comfort.

History & Provenance

Created during Carven's pioneering work in Parisian prêt-à-porter, the sketch reflects her approach to accessible, petite-friendly fashion. Originally part of Carven's archives, it is now housed in the Museum of Ethnography.

Context

This work sits within the broader context of post-war Parisian fashion, where Carven was notable for her use of lightweight materials and her catering to petite women, a less common focus at the time.