Who painted Plongée?

Plongée was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1952.

Where can I see Plongée?

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

Artwork

Plongée

Marie-Louise Carven , 1952

Plongée is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1952 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Plongée is a 1952 drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. It is held in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a long, dark dress with a full skirt, standing with one leg bent. Her face is obscured, and she holds a dark object in her right hand, possibly a purse or hat.

Technique & Style

The dress is rendered in dark, flowing lines that convey movement and fluidity, creating an impression of elegance and sophistication.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louise Carven founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was an early adopter of prêt-à-porter lines. Plongée dates to 1952, a period when her designs were known for their use of lightweight fabrics and suitability for petite women.

Artist & collection

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.

Museum

Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

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