Artwork
'Navey'

'Navey' 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.
About this work
Overview
'Navey' is a 1949 drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer and founder of the Carven fashion house.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a dark blue dress with a white sash, holding a flower. Her elegant pose and neat hairstyle convey a sense of sophistication.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by delicate lines and a simple color palette, with a light beige background. The drawing style is consistent with Carven's known fashion illustrations, emphasizing tailored styles and elegant poses.
History & Provenance
Created in 1949, 'Navey' is now held in the Museum of Ethnography, reflecting Carven's influence on mid-20th-century fashion.
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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