Artwork
Suprême
Suprême is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Suprême is a fashion illustration created around 1953 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her innovative approaches to women's clothing.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in a blue dress with a fitted, patterned bodice and a full, layered skirt. The title 'Suprême' in the corner may suggest the design's significance or status.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by loose, rapid lines, giving it a dynamic, unfinished appearance. The artist's use of line work creates shading and texture, a technique related to cross-hatching.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. Carven founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer in prêt-à-porter and lingerie design, notably patenting the first push-up bra.
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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