Artwork
Milan

Milan is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
The artwork 'Milan' is a painting created around 1960, depicting a stylish woman. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman in a gray coat and hat, walking with confidence. A smaller sketch of the coat's back is visible beside her. The image conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication, reflecting the fashion of the time.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of simple lines and muted colors achieves a refined aesthetic. The overall effect is one of understated style, characteristic of the era's fashion.
Context
The artwork is associated with Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer known for her designs for petite women and introduction of 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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