Artwork
Passe-temps
Passe-temps 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
Passe-temps is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1955. It is a simple sketch of a woman in a loose dress, characteristic of Carven's work with lightweight fabrics.
Subject & Meaning
The title Passe-temps, meaning 'pastime' in French, suggests the drawing is a casual study of everyday fashion. The subject is a woman in a simple dress with short sleeves and pockets, depicted with her arms crossed.
Technique & Style
The drawing features quick, light lines, with the background left mostly blank. This style is consistent with a spontaneous observation of someone's everyday attire.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was among the first Parisian couturiers to introduce a prêt-à-porter line. Passe-temps is 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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