Who painted Panthère?

Panthère was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1958.

Where can I see Panthère?

Panthère is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Panthère

Marie-Louise Carven , 1958

Panthère is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Panthère, created circa 1958, is a fashion design drawing attributed to Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Parisian fashion house Carven. The piece is part of the Museum of Ethnography’s collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a white, high-necked, long-sleeved dress under a brown jacket with a leopard-print collar, accompanied by a matching purse. The subject’s attire and the title 'Panthère' suggest a thematic link to the leopard motif, potentially symbolizing elegance and sophistication in 1950s fashion.

Technique & Style

Rendered primarily in brown and white, the drawing emphasizes design elements over detailed portraiture, as evidenced by the uncolored face and hands. The style reflects a practical, illustrative approach typical of fashion sketches, prioritizing the garment’s design.

History & Provenance

Created by Marie-Louise Carven, a pioneering Parisian couturier who introduced prêt-à-porter lines, Panthère is now held in the Museum of Ethnography’s collection, though the acquisition details are not specified here.

Context

Panthère reflects the late 1950s fashion trends and Carven’s approach to designing for petite women using lightweight fabrics, though the specific materials for this design are not detailed in the drawing.