Artwork
Miguel
Miguel is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Miguel is a painting depicting a woman in a simple yet elegant blue dress. Created around 1951, it is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a woman shown in profile, wearing a blue dress with a brown belt and her dark hair styled in a neat bun. Her pose, with one arm bent and the other extended, conveys a sense of quiet elegance.
Technique & Style
The painting features clean lines and minimal embellishments, emphasizing the subject's figure against a plain white background. The style is reminiscent of fashion illustrations, suggesting a connection to the work of a fashion designer.
History & Provenance
The painting is associated with Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer who founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was known for introducing prêt-à-porter lines.
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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