Khedive was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1959.

Where can I see Khedive?

Khedive is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Khedive

Marie-Louise Carven , 1959

Khedive is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Khedive, created circa 1959 by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven, is a fashion drawing depicting a woman in a long, light-colored coat with distinctive large pockets, accompanied by a frontal sketch of the coat.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a modern, practically dressed woman with short, neat hair and simple attire, emphasizing a sleek, modern aesthetic tailored for everyday life, reflecting Carven's focus on designs for petite women.

Technique & Style

Executed in a quick, hand-drawn style reminiscent of a fashion sketch, the work features clean lines and simple shapes, highlighting the coat's modernity and the designer's emphasis on lightweight, practical designs.

History & Provenance

Created by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the House of Carven (1945) and a pioneer in prêt-à-porter and innovative undergarments (patented push-up bra), Khedive is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Context

Reflecting late 1950s fashion trends and Carven's pioneering approach to accessible, modern clothing, Khedive sits at the intersection of haute couture innovation and the emerging prêt-à-porter market.

Legacy

As part of Carven's oeuvre, Khedive contributes to the legacy of a designer who democratized high fashion and influenced mid-20th-century women's wear with her practical, petite-focused designs.