Artwork
Rodrigue
Rodrigue is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
The work 'Rodrigue' is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. Created around 1956, it is a sketch of a woman in a simple two-piece outfit.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long jacket and matching skirt, with a bright orange hat. Her pose, with one hand on her hip, conveys a sense of movement and confidence.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose, confident lines and a focus on capturing the overall shapes and movement of the figure. Details such as earrings and fabric folds are suggested with just a few quick strokes.
History & Provenance
'Rodrigue' is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines among Parisian couturiers.
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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