Who painted Montagnes rocheuses?

Montagnes rocheuses was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1962.

Where can I see Montagnes rocheuses?

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

Artwork

Montagnes rocheuses

Marie-Louise Carven , 1962

Montagnes rocheuses is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Montagnes rocheuses is a fashion sketch created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1962. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a woman wearing a knee-length dress with a bold pink and black pattern. The title, Montagnes Rocheuses, meaning 'Rocky Mountains,' is unexpected as the drawing is not a landscape but a representation of a fashionable outfit.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by loose, confident lines and quick brushstrokes, conveying a sense of movement. Carven emphasized the dress's shape and texture using bold colors.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was among the first Parisian couturiers to introduce prêt-à-porter clothing. Her work often featured lightweight fabrics and designs for petite women.