Artwork
Joke
Joke 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
The work 'Joke' is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1953. It is a representation of a woman in a yellow dress with black spots.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a mid-century style dress with a fitted bodice and flared skirt. The word 'JOKE' in the corner may suggest a playful or humorous approach to the subject.
Technique & Style
The drawing is loose and sketchy, conveying a sense of spontaneity. The use of simple lines and minimal detail gives it a quick, first-draft feel.
History & Provenance
'Joke' is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers.
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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