Artwork
Etudiante
Etudiante is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Etudiante is a fashion illustration created around 1956 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her work with petite women and innovative use of lightweight fabrics.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration depicts a woman in a striped shirt, flared skirt, and low-heeled shoes, with the title 'Etudiante' suggesting a design for a student's outfit, conveying a sense of practical yet stylish clothing.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by simple, confident lines and quick shading that captures the folds in the fabric, creating a straightforward yet elegant representation of the outfit.
History & Provenance
Etudiante is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, created by Marie-Louise Carven, who founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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