Artwork

Labrador

Labrador, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956
Labrador, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Labrador 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

Labrador is a painting depicting a woman wearing a long, spotted coat. Created around 1956, it is held in the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting focuses on the woman's back, showcasing a coat with a pattern of light and dark spots, accompanied by a hat and high heels, set against a solid-colored background.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of color creates a sense of depth and texture in the coat, drawing the viewer's attention to its patterned design.

History & Provenance

The work was created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer and founder of the Carven fashion house, known for her designs for petite women and use of lightweight fabrics.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

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.