Artwork
Juanita
Juanita is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Juanita is a fashion illustration created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1964. It showcases the French designer's characteristic style and approach to fashion.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration depicts a woman wearing a loose, sleeveless dress with a floral pattern. Her hair is pulled back, and a small flower is tucked behind her ear, conveying a sense of effortless elegance.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed in simple, quick lines with light shading, capturing the model's pose. A smaller sketch in the bottom right corner appears to be an alternative version of the same dress, suggesting a spontaneous and iterative creative process.
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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