Artwork
Mouvante
Mouvante is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Mouvante is a sketch created by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1956. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman in a blue dress with a fitted bodice and flared skirt. The title 'Mouvante' suggests movement, conveyed through the flowing lines of the skirt, which creates a sense of fluidity.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose, confident lines and quick brushstrokes, particularly in the rendering of the dress. Sharper outlines define the woman's body, creating a contrast between the figure and her clothing.
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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