Who painted 'Javelot'?

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

Where can I see 'Javelot'?

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

Artwork

'Javelot'

Marie-Louise Carven , 1951

'Javelot' 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

Javelot, created circa 1951, is a fashion sketch by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the House of Carven. The work, now in the Museum of Ethnography's collection, depicts a dynamic standing figure in a simple belted tunic.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a figure with arms outstretched, conveys a sense of motion and confidence. The simple, belted tunic reflects Carven's design emphasis on lightweight fabrics and petite women's fashion.

Technique & Style

Executed in loose, confident black ink with minimal shading, the sketch captures the figure's pose in quick, expressive strokes. Carven's signature appears prominently, with a smaller secondary signature in the corner.

History & Provenance

Created around 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, Javelot is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. Carven, a pioneering couturier, introduced prêt-à-porter lines and held a patent for a push-up bra.