Artwork
Tailleur à motif pied de poule
Tailleur à motif pied de poule is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Tailleur à motif pied de poule is a fashion design created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1957. The design is a tailored suit rendered in a sketch.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a fitted jacket with a bold geometric pattern and a flared skirt. The simple pose and secondary side view of the skirt emphasize the garment's form.
Technique & Style
The design features a houndstooth pattern, characteristic of Carven's use of structured yet delicate materials. The sketch itself is a quick, expressive rendering, with the artist's signature in the corner.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded her fashion house in 1945 and was a pioneer of prêt-à-porter in Paris, known for designs suited to petite women and work with lightweight fabrics.
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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