Who painted 'Puesta del Sol'?

'Puesta del Sol' was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1951.

Where can I see 'Puesta del Sol'?

'Puesta del Sol' is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

'Puesta del Sol'

Marie-Louise Carven , 1951

'Puesta del Sol' 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. Created in 1951, *Puesta del Sol* is a sketch attributed to French fashion designer Marie‑Louise Carven.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1951, *Puesta del Sol* is a sketch attributed to French fashion designer Marie‑Louise Carven. The drawing, now part of the Museum of Ethnography’s collection, depicts a woman in a flowing, layered dress with a ruffled hem, holding a small handheld object near her face. The title, Spanish for “sunset,” suggests a fleeting, atmospheric mood.

Subject & Meaning

The figure appears poised in a moment of casual elegance, the loose handling of the object—perhaps a fan or cigarette holder—adding a hint of personal ritual. The title’s reference to twilight may evoke a sense of transition or quiet contemplation, aligning the garment’s soft folds with the gentle fading light of evening.

Technique & Style

Carven’s drawing employs rapid, gestural lines that convey texture and movement without detailed rendering. The emphasis on the dress’s layered folds and the subtle play of light across the fabric reflects a sketch‑like spontaneity, suggesting the work functions more as a design study than a polished illustration.

History & Provenance

Marie‑Louise Carven, founder of the eponymous fashion house in 1945, was a pioneer of ready‑to‑wear and is credited with inventing the first push‑up bra. *Puesta del Sun* entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date, where it remains accessible as an example of her early design explorations.

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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