Artwork
Junie
Junie is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1956 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 'Junie' is a drawing that portrays a woman in a stylish outfit, created around 1956. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The depicted woman wears a blue and green plaid dress and matching jacket, accessorized with a white hat, earrings, gloves, and heels. Her pose, with a bent leg and raised arm, conveys a sense of elegance.
Technique & Style
The artist has employed various techniques to achieve texture and depth in the drawing, resulting in a sophisticated representation of the subject.
History & Provenance
'Junie' was created by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house, established in 1945. She was a pioneering French designer known for her work with lightweight fabrics and designs for petite women.
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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