Artwork

Tourterelle

Tourterelle, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960
Tourterelle, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960

Tourterelle is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Tourterelle is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1960. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, dark coat with a fur collar, her hair styled in a neat bun. The title 'Tourterelle', written in the corner, may refer to the subject or be a personal nickname.

Technique & Style

The sketch is characterized by loose, quick lines that convey a sense of movement and fabric texture. Simple strokes are used to suggest the flowing shape of the coat.

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.