Artwork

Ete 1954

Ete 1954, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1953
Ete 1954, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1953

Ete 1954 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

Ete 1954 is a photograph from the Museum of Ethnography's collection, showcasing a woman in a stylish outfit characteristic of 1950s fashion.

Subject & Meaning

The image features a woman wearing a leopard-print suit, conveying confidence and poise through her pose and attire, which embodies the sophistication and elegance of the era.

Technique & Style

The leopard print is rendered in shades of brown and black with a subtle texture, adding depth to the image. The suit's classic design, with a fitted jacket and pencil skirt, exemplifies the fashion sensibilities of the time.

Context

The photograph is associated with Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer known for her designs for petite women and her contribution to prêt-à-porter fashion, suggesting a connection to the broader context of 1950s fashion trends.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

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.