Artwork
Jade
Jade is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Jade is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, created circa 1953. The work is held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a dark green, high-necked dress with a full skirt and dangling earrings. Her confident pose and elegant attire convey a sense of poise.
Technique & Style
The dress features a pattern of squiggly lines, adding texture to the design. Carven's use of green as the primary color creates a cohesive image.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the house of Carven in 1945 and was known for designing for petite women and promoting prêt-à-porter in Paris.
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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