Artwork
Pantalon marron

Pantalon marron 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
Pantalon marron is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, created around 1963. The work depicts a figure wearing trousers, showcasing Carven's focus on garment design.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a person in a relaxed pose, wearing a light shirt, trousers, and low-heeled shoes. The trousers are the focal point, with the artist emphasizing their clean lines and color.
Technique & Style
The artist used varying line weights and shading to create a sense of depth and dimension. The use of cross-hatching is evident in the shading, demonstrating a technique for building texture and tone with 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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