Who painted Manteau gris bleu et chapeau assorti?

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

Where can I see Manteau gris bleu et chapeau assorti?

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

Artwork

Manteau gris bleu et chapeau assorti

Marie-Louise Carven , 1967

Manteau gris bleu 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 gris bleu et chapeau assorti is a 1967 fashion design illustration featuring a woman in a gray-blue coat and matching hat, characterized by simple, elegant lines and a limited color palette.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman dressed in a tailored, collar-buttoned coat and a chin-tied hat, posed from the side with subtle, suggestive body positioning, emphasizing the attire's design over the wearer's identity.

Technique & Style

The illustration employs a sketchy, minimalist style with clean lines, minimal shading, and a restrained color scheme, reflecting a focus on clarity and sophistication in garment representation.

History & Provenance

Created around 1967 by French designer Marie-Louise Carven, known for petite-friendly, lightweight designs and early prêt-à-porter collections, the work is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Context

Reflects Carven's design philosophy, emphasizing lightweight materials (implied by the illustration's simplicity) and tailored, accessible fashion, aligning with 1960s prêt-à-porter trends.

Legacy

As part of Carven's oeuvre, it contributes to the history of French ready-to-wear fashion and the evolution of accessible, petite-focused design, preserved through its inclusion in a museum collection.