Artwork
Fakir
Fakir is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Fakir is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, created circa 1959. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a simple outfit, with a short jacket, knee-length skirt, and small belt. Two smaller figures in different poses are shown in the background. The confident lines convey the garment's texture and folds.
Technique & Style
The artist used quick, expressive lines to capture the subject's form. The jacket's fabric appears textured, suggesting a thick material. The use of line work effectively conveys the garment's shape and folds.
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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