Artwork
Marguerite
Marguerite is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Marguerite is a 1963 fashion illustration created by an artist with the initials CH. The work is held in the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration depicts a woman wearing a short, long-sleeved dress with a deep V-neck and large brown floral motifs. Her hair is styled in a neat, short bob, and she wears black heels. The dress's floral pattern is the focal point against a light background.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of contrast draws attention to the dress's floral design. The overall style is reminiscent of mid-century fashion illustration, associated with designers like Marie-Louise Carven, who was known for her work with petite women and lightweight fabrics.
History & Provenance
The work is signed with the initials CH and titled Marguerite. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
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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