Artwork
'Nuit bleue'
'Nuit bleue' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
'Nuit bleue' is a drawing created around 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a dark blue dress with a belted waist and high heels, standing in front of a building with a sign bearing the title 'Nuit bleue'. The image conveys a sense of elegance and poise.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by simple, clean lines and minimal shading, with a monochromatic blue color scheme that enhances its understated sophistication.
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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