Artwork
Joséphine
Joséphine is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Joséphine is a fashion illustration created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1957. It showcases the French couturier's distinctive style through sketches of two women's outfits.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration features two figures in different outfits, with a smaller inset drawing of a matching jacket. The clothing depicted has a historical aesthetic, with clean lines and an emphasis on fabric folds.
Technique & Style
The sketch is executed in quick, loose lines, with simple and direct handwriting. Carven's style is characterized by a focus on delicate materials and feminine details.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, reflecting mid-20th-century Parisian fashion under Carven's influence. Carven founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 after training at the École des Beaux-Arts 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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