Artwork
Mantoue
Mantoue is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Mantoue, created circa 1957, is a fashion illustration attributed to Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration portrays a contemplative woman dressed in a plaid coat with a rear bow, hat, and heels. Her pose and expression convey thoughtfulness, while the plaid coat adds sophistication.
Technique & Style
Characterized by simplicity and elegance, the style of Mantoue aligns with Carven's known aesthetic, emphasizing refinement through subtle pattern use and clean composition.
History & Provenance
Created around 1957 by Marie-Louise Carven, a pioneering couturier who introduced prêt-à-porter lines. The work is now held by the Museum of Ethnography.
Context
Reflects the mid-20th-century shift in fashion towards more accessible, yet stylish, clothing for petite women, a demographic Carven notably catered to.
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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