Who painted Pigeon vole?

Pigeon vole was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1960.

Where can I see Pigeon vole?

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

Artwork

Pigeon vole

Marie-Louise Carven , 1960

Pigeon vole is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Pigeon vole is a fashion design drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1960. It depicts a woman wearing a short, checkered jacket and matching skirt, accompanied by a rear view sketch of the jacket.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a petite woman in a practical, clean-lined outfit, reflecting Carven's focus on designing for smaller women. The meaning of 'Pigeon vole' remains unclear.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases Carven's signature use of lightweight fabric patterns, here a checkered design. The style is characterized by simplicity, practicality, and a straight cut, typical of her prêt-à-porter approach.

History & Provenance

Created in the early 1960s by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house (established in 1945), the piece is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Context

Pigeon vole represents the shift towards accessible, ready-to-wear fashion (prêt-à-porter) in the mid-20th century, catering to the everyday needs of petite women.

Legacy

This work exemplifies Carven's influence on womenswear, particularly in designing for petite frames and popularizing prêt-à-porter, reflecting broader changes in mid-century fashion trends.