Artwork
Pot Bouille
Pot Bouille is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Pot Bouille is a fashion illustration created around 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her innovative approach to women's fashion.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration depicts a woman wearing a simple brown ensemble with a high collar and three-button jacket, accessorized with earrings and low heels. A small coat hanger sketch in the corner suggests a practical application for the design.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by loose, quick lines and flat colors, with no shading. The simplicity of the illustration style complements the understated design of the outfit.
History & Provenance
The illustration is held in the Museum of Ethnography, and is associated with Carven's fashion house, which she founded in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing ready-to-wear lines.
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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