Artwork
Vent du nord
Vent du nord 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
Vent du nord is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer, around 1956. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a simple brown outfit consisting of a short jacket, belted skirt, and low-heeled shoes. Her hair is pulled back, and she stands with one hand on her hip. The title 'Vent du nord,' meaning 'wind from the north,' is written in the corner.
Technique & Style
The sketch is executed in a loose and quick style, characterized by light pencil strokes that leave some of the paper visible, conveying a sense of spontaneity and simplicity.
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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