Artwork

'Perdreaux'

'Perdreaux', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949
'Perdreaux', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Perdreaux' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1949 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

'Perdreaux' is a drawing created around 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. It is held in the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a dark-colored outfit, standing confidently with her hand resting on a long, thin object. Her pose conveys poise and sophistication, while the dark colors of her attire add to the overall sense of elegance.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by its elegant and refined style, consistent with Carven's design aesthetic. The woman's neat, short hairstyle and the details of her outfit, including a belted jacket and matching skirt, are rendered with precision.

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, marking a significant shift in the fashion industry.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

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.