Artwork
Romance

Romance is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Romance is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, created in 1963. It is a representation of a woman in a formal gown and is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing an elegant, floor-length gown with a floral pattern and accessories like a pearl necklace and long gloves. The subject's face is partially obscured, yet her direct gaze engages the viewer, conveying a sense of sophistication.
Technique & Style
The image showcases Carven's skill in rendering detailed, elegant fashion designs. The use of a floral pattern on the gown and the depiction of accessories like a pink sash and pearl jewelry reflect her attention to detail and style.
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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