Artwork
Ophélie
Ophélie is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Ophélie is a painting depicting a woman in a white dress, created around 1955. It is held in the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a woman with her back to the viewer, wearing a corseted white dress with gold accents and long white gloves. Her dark hair is styled in an updo, and her right arm is extended.
Technique & Style
The work features a light beige background that subtly contrasts with the woman's white dress, creating an effect of elegance and refinement. The style is characterized by attention to detail, particularly in the depiction of the dress and accessories.
Context
The painting's style is associated with the work of Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer known for her designs for petite women and use of lightweight fabrics.
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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