Artwork

Romance

Romance, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1963
Romance, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1963

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

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.