Artwork
Mont Genève
Mont Genève is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Mont Genève is a fashion illustration created around 1963 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 wearing a sleek black ensemble with a high neckline and long sleeves, accompanied by small sketches showing the outfit's front and back views. The label 'Mont Genève' likely refers to the outfit's name.
Technique & Style
The illustration showcases a polished, smooth design aesthetic, with attention to detail in the rendering of the outfit's fit and silhouette.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, and was created by Carven, who founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was an early adopter of prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers.
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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