Artwork
Rivière noire
Rivière noire is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Rivière noire is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1959. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a black coat with a white and gold pattern, standing with one hand on her chest and the other tucked into her coat. Her face is blurred, and her body is rendered in a simple, elegant style against a beige background.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Carven's skill in drawing, with a focus on clean lines and understated elegance. The blurred face and simple body style contrast with the detailed depiction of the woman's clothing.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers. The drawing is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
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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