Artwork

Robe structurée à l'arrière rose

Robe structurée à l'arrière rose, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1957
Robe structurée à l'arrière rose, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1957

Robe structurée à l'arrière rose is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Robe structurée à l'arrière rose is a fashion illustration created around 1957 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for innovative and practical clothing.

Subject & Meaning

The illustration depicts a woman from behind, wearing a structured dress with a bright pink rear panel, short jacket with wide lapels, and a full, flared skirt. The simple hairstyle and black flats emphasize the outfit's design.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by loose, confident lines and selective use of color, with some areas filled with flat pink and others left outlined. This style conveys a sense of spontaneity and energy, typical of a fashion sketch.

History & Provenance

The illustration is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, representing the work of Marie-Louise Carven, who founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer in prêt-à-porter.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

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.