Artwork

Funanbule

Funanbule, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960
Funanbule, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960

Funanbule is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Funanbule is a fashion sketch created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1960. The drawing is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a woman wearing a loose, A-line dress with a short cape and thin straps, adorned with blue floral motifs. The woman's confident posture and neat hairstyle convey a sense of elegance.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by loose, confident lines that convey a sense of spontaneity. The artist's use of simple, expressive strokes effectively captures the design of the dress and the woman's pose.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louise Carven, the creator of Funanbule, founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers.

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.