Artwork
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo 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
Sao Paulo, created circa 1956 by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven, is a fashion illustration depicting a formally attired woman. The piece is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a woman in formal white attire with yellow accessories, suggests preparation for a special occasion. The outfit's design implies Carven's signature focus on petite women and lightweight fabrics.
Technique & Style
The illustration features a limited color palette (white, yellow, beige) with meticulous attention to detail, characteristic of Carven's design aesthetic and attention to the nuances of formal wear.
History & Provenance
Created by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the Carven fashion house (established in 1945), around 1956. The work is now held in the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Context
Reflects the mid-1950s fashion trends and Carven's pioneering work in prêt-à-porter, making high-end designs more accessible.
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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