Artwork
Judoka
Judoka is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Judoka is a 1963 fashion design drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Parisian fashion house Carven. The work is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a modern, simple black-and-blue dress with a deep V-neck, minimal accessories, and a relaxed yet poised stance, embodying Carven's design ethos for petite women.
Technique & Style
Executed in a loose, quick sketch style, Judoka showcases bold color blocking and clean lines, characteristic of Carven's emphasis on modernity and lightweight fabric designs.
History & Provenance
Created in 1963 by Marie-Louise Carven, a pioneer in Parisian prêt-à-porter, Judoka later became part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, reflecting its cultural and historical significance.
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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