Who painted Moniteur?

Moniteur was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1957.

Where can I see Moniteur?

Moniteur is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Moniteur

Marie-Louise Carven , 1957

Moniteur is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Moniteur is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1957. It is a simple yet informative representation of a woman's outfit.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a short jacket and matching skirt with red stripes, walking forward. The outfit is likely a design from Carven's prêt-à-porter line, one of the first introduced by a Parisian couturier.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by loose and quick lines, with minimal detail. A small sketch of the jacket's back view is included, and the word 'Moniteur' is scrawled in the corner, possibly as a title or note.

History & Provenance

The drawing is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was known for her work with lightweight fabrics and designs for petite women.