Artwork
Puebla

Puebla 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
Puebla is a fashion illustration created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1951. The work is a sketch of a woman in a black dress with a flared skirt.
Subject & Meaning
The illustration depicts a woman in a sleek black dress with three white bands near the hem, posed with one hand on her head. The title 'Puebla' is written at the top, possibly referencing a location or design code.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose but confident lines, conveying a sense of quickness and modernity. The artist's signature, 'Carven', is discreetly placed in the corner.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was known for designing for petite women and pioneering prêt-à-porter. The work is held in the Museum of Ethnography.
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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