Artwork
'Fauve'
'Fauve' 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
'Fauve' is a sketch created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1951. The work is a drawing of a woman in casual attire.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman standing sideways, wearing a loose brown coat and black pants. The simple, relaxed pose and attire suggest a focus on practical, everyday fashion.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose brushstrokes and bold shapes, giving it a lively feel. Faint lines indicate additional elements, such as a stool and handbag.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. Carven, who founded her fashion house in 1945, was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines.
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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