Who painted Manteau beige et chapeau assorti?

Manteau beige et chapeau assorti was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1967.

Where can I see Manteau beige et chapeau assorti?

Manteau beige et chapeau assorti is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Manteau beige et chapeau assorti

Marie-Louise Carven , 1967

Manteau beige et chapeau assorti is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Manteau beige et chapeau assorti (Beige Coat and Matching Hat) is a fashion design sketch from circa 1967, attributed to Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer renowned for her petite-friendly, elegant ready-to-wear designs.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a woman wearing a simple, long beige coat with large pockets and a coordinating soft, slanted hat. The relaxed pose (sideways stance, hand on hip, and pointing forward) conveys a sense of everyday elegance, highlighting the design's practical yet stylish intent.

Technique & Style

Executed with loose, quick lines and minimal shading, the sketch showcases Carven's emphasis on clean, wearable design. The adjacent rear-view drawing of the coat and hat reinforces the focus on the garment's overall silhouette and versatility.

History & Provenance

Created around 1967, the sketch is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though its original purpose (design sketch, promotional material) is not specified.

Context

This work reflects the mid-1960s shift towards ready-to-wear fashion in Paris, a movement Carven helped pioneer. Her designs catered to petite women, offering them stylish, accessible clothing.