'Mozin' was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1949.

Where can I see 'Mozin'?

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

Artwork

'Mozin'

Marie-Louise Carven , 1949

'Mozin' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris. Created circa 1949, *Mozin* is a fashion sketch attributed to French designer Marie‑Louise Carven.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1949, *Mozin* is a fashion sketch attributed to French designer Marie‑Louise Carven. Executed in watercolor and ink, the drawing depicts a figure in a loose, belted coat and baggy trousers, holding two elongated poles with arms outstretched. The work belongs to the Museum of Ethnography’s collection and exemplifies Carven’s interest in fluid, wearable forms for petite clients.

Subject & Meaning

The image presents a solitary figure poised in a dynamic stance, suggesting movement or a performative gesture. The elongated poles may reference a theatrical prop or a stylized accessory, emphasizing the garment’s drape and the wearer’s silhouette. The composition underscores Carven’s focus on comfort and ease of motion within her designs.

Technique & Style

Rendered with swift, confident lines and soft watercolor washes in muted gray and blue tones, the sketch conveys immediacy and spontaneity. The loose brushwork and minimal shading highlight the garment’s structure rather than decorative detail, reflecting Carven’s signature approach of emphasizing lightweight fabrics and relaxed tailoring.

History & Provenance

Marie‑Louise Carven founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was among the first Parisian couturiers to launch a ready‑to‑wear line. *Mozin* was produced shortly after the house’s establishment, around 1949, and later entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings, where it remains accessible for study.