Artwork
Versailles
Versailles is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1952 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
The work 'Versailles' is a drawing created by Marie-Louise Carven in 1952. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman in profile, wearing a black sleeveless top and a long, dark floral-patterned skirt. Her pose conveys elegance and sophistication, with one hand raised to her face and the other resting on her hip.
Technique & Style
The image is rendered using techniques such as cross-hatching and stippling, suggesting a range of tonal values and textures. The skirt's lightweight material, possibly tulle or organza, is effectively captured through the artist's use of line and shading.
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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