Artwork
Marivaux
Marivaux 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
Marivaux is a fashion illustration created around 1956 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her work with lightweight fabrics and petite women's clothing.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in an elegant blue and white plaid dress, gloves, and high heels, conveying poise and refinement. Her neat, low bun and extended arm add to the overall sense of sophistication.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of bold lines and subtle shading creates depth and dimensionality in the image, set against a light beige background with a darker beige border.
History & Provenance
Carven founded her fashion house in 1945 and was among the first couturiers to introduce a prêt-à-porter line. The work is now held in 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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