Artwork
Feux Follets
Feux Follets is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Feux Follets is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1949. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, plaid coat with a high collar and pockets, standing with one hand in her pocket. Her confident pose and the coat's design convey a sense of quiet elegance.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by simple, bold lines and minimal shading, emphasizing the coat's design and the woman's pose.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was among the first Parisian couturiers to introduce a prêt-à-porter line, reflecting her innovative approach to fashion.
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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