Artwork
Péché

Péché is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Péché is a 1963 drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer and founder of the Carven fashion house.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a tailored, brown coat with a matching hat, showcasing Carven's design style.
Technique & Style
The sketch features clean lines, minimal shading, and cross-hatching, creating a simple yet precise representation of the coat's details, such as bow-adorned pockets and a neatly tied belt.
History & Provenance
Carven established her fashion house in 1945 and was an early adopter of prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers. Péché is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
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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