Artwork
Orient
Orient 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
The image 'Orient' is a mixed-media work created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1955. It is a sketch of a woman in a simple dress, rendered in pencil and watercolor.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman from behind, wearing a green dress with a fitted bodice and flared skirt. The title 'Orient' may suggest an Eastern or exotic inspiration for the work or its subject.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines and subtle watercolor shading, giving it the appearance of a rapid study rather than a finished piece. The use of light pencil lines and watercolor adds to the sketch's informal, spontaneous feel.
History & Provenance
The work is held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines.
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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