Who painted 'Genève'?

'Genève' was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1949.

Where can I see 'Genève'?

'Genève' is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

'Genève'

Marie-Louise Carven , 1949

'Genève' 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

The work 'Genève' is a drawing created in 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, checkered dress with a high collar and belted waist. The dress's design is likely the inspiration for the title 'Genève', written in the corner.

Technique & Style

The sketch is rendered in light pencil strokes, capturing the fabric's folds and texture. The artist's use of line work conveys the dress's details, such as buttons and a belt.

Artist & collection

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.

Museum

Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

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