Who painted Girolée?

Girolée was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1951.

Where can I see Girolée?

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

Artwork

Girolée

Marie-Louise Carven , 1951

Girolée 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

Girolée is a fashion sketch created by French designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1951, characterized by loose yet confident lines and minimal shading, depicting a woman in a simple, flowing dress with a deep V-neck, fitted waist, and slightly flared skirt.

Subject & Meaning

The subject of Girolée is a woman wearing a proposed design for petite women, reflecting Carven's focus on catering to this demographic through her use of lightweight fabrics and accessible, elegant designs.

Technique & Style

Executed with quick, sketchy strokes, Girolée showcases Carven's ability to convey form without intricate detail. Subtle shading and possible cross-hatching suggest fabric folds, while the overall style remains understated and efficient.

History & Provenance

Created in the early 1950s by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house (established in 1945), Girolée is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, highlighting Carven's pioneering work in prêt-à-porter among Parisian couturiers.