Artwork
Néfertiti
Néfertiti is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Néfertiti is a fashion sketch created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1959. The drawing is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a stylized female figure wearing a long red dress with a floral pattern, headpiece, and black heels. The drawing is inspired by the ancient Egyptian queen Nefertiti, but represents a modern fashion design.
Technique & Style
The artist employed loose, quick lines to capture the dress's shape and details. The sketch also includes a small drawing of a mannequin in a simple outfit to the right of the main figure.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneering Parisian couturier who introduced a prêt-à-porter line and patented a push-up bra.
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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