Dublin was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1963.

Where can I see Dublin?

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

Artwork

Dublin

Marie-Louise Carven , 1963

Dublin is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Dublin is a fashion sketch created around 1963 by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house. The piece depicts a woman in a dark purple outfit, characterized by a checked jacket and flared knee-length skirt.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a stylish, petite woman with a poised demeanor, reflecting Carven's focus on designing for smaller frames. The overall design embodies Carven's signature use of lightweight fabrics, though the specific fabric here is suggested through loose, expressive drawing rather than explicit detail.

Technique & Style

The sketch is executed in a loose, quick style with some areas left blank to indicate fabric folds, highlighting Carven's draftsmanship. The bold, dark purple outfit stands out, particularly the checked pattern on the jacket.

History & Provenance

Created circa 1963, 'Dublin' is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. The inclusion of 'DUBLIN' in the corner may indicate the outfit's name or a destination inspiration, though its exact significance is unclear.

Context

This work reflects Carven's pioneering approach to prêt-à-porter and her emphasis on petite women's fashion, prevalent in the early 1960s. The use of dark, rich colors and patterns also aligns with fashion trends of the time.

Legacy

As part of Carven's oeuvre, 'Dublin' contributes to the understanding of mid-20th-century fashion trends, particularly the evolution of accessible, high-fashion clothing for a broader demographic.