Who painted Raton laveur?

Raton laveur was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1967.

Where can I see Raton laveur?

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

Artwork

Raton laveur

Marie-Louise Carven , 1967

Raton laveur is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1967, *Raton laveur* is a fashion illustration by French designer Marie‑Louise Carven. The work belongs to the Museum of Ethnography’s collection and exemplifies Carven’s interest in streamlined, ready‑to‑wear silhouettes for a petite clientele.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, dark‑green coat marked with thick, irregular stripes, complemented by a matching hat. A secondary sketch shows the same coat and hat from a rear perspective, suggesting a study of the garment’s full form.

Technique & Style

Carven employs swift, loose line work to outline the coat’s structure, while the bold, uneven stripes convey a sketch‑like quality. The minimal background focuses attention on the clothing design rather than narrative context.

History & Provenance

Marie‑Louise Carven founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was among the early Parisian couturiers to launch a prêt‑à‑porter line. *Raton laveur* reflects her mid‑1960s output and was later acquired by the Museum of Ethnography, where it remains on view.