'Goya' was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1951.

Where can I see 'Goya'?

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

Artwork

'Goya'

Marie-Louise Carven , 1951

'Goya' 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

Goya, a 1951 artwork by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven, is a black and white drawing with accents of green, depicting a woman in a meticulously detailed dress.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman standing in a dynamic pose, but the true focus is the dress itself, highlighting Carven's design emphasis on feminine, fitted silhouettes for petite women.

Technique & Style

Rendered primarily in black and white, the drawing conveys simplicity and elegance, with strategic green accents adding visual depth. The intricate rendering of the dress's folds and details showcases Carven's attention to design intricacy.

History & Provenance

Created in 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the House of Carven (1945), the piece is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, reflecting Carven's influence in mid-20th-century fashion.

Context

'Goya' reflects early 1950s fashion trends and Carven's pioneering work in prêt-à-porter and innovative lingerie designs, such as the patented push-up bra.

Legacy

While 'Goya' specifically may not be widely recognized beyond fashion archives, it represents Carven's contribution to making high-fashion accessible and her impact on the evolution of feminine, petite-friendly designs.

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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