Artwork
Sarita
Sarita is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Sarita is a drawing created around 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. It is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a brown, knee-length dress with a bow at the back, white gloves, and high heels, shown from the knees up with her head turned to the left. A smaller inset drawing shows the dress's back detail.
Technique & Style
Executed in a simple, elegant style with clean lines and minimal detail, the drawing conveys understated sophistication.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was known for her designs for petite women and use of lightweight fabrics. She was also a pioneer in prêt-à-porter and innovated with lingerie designs.
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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