Artwork
'Pepita'
'Pepita' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
'Pepita' is a drawing created in 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. The work is held in the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a black halter-neck dress with a ruffled skirt adorned with yellow dots, wearing a pearl necklace and standing in a relaxed pose. The illustration showcases Carven's design aesthetic.
Technique & Style
The drawing features cross-hatching, a technique used to create shading and texture. The artist's use of this method adds depth to the image. The simple white background allows the subject to be the primary focus.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers. The drawing is signed 'Péjita' in the bottom-right corner, and it is now part of 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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