Artwork
'Matinal'
'Matinal' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Matinal is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, created in 1949. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. The work depicts a woman wearing a plaid dress with distinctive details.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of Matinal is a woman dressed in a plaid dress with a white collar, cuffs, and a front tassel, belted at the waist with rolled-up sleeves. Her pose, with outstretched arms and slightly turned head, conveys a sense of casual elegance.
Technique & Style
Executed in a simple yet elegant drawing style, Matinal features clean lines and minimal shading. The emphasis on plaid pattern and the tassel adds sophistication, reflecting Carven's aesthetic.
History & Provenance
Created in 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, Matinal is housed in the Museum of Ethnography. Carven, known for lightweight fabrics and pioneering prêt-à-porter in Paris, founded her couture house in 1945.
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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