Artwork
Verveine
Verveine is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Verveine is a fashion sketch created circa 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the French fashion house Carven. The piece is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a loose, gray, belted dress with her hair pulled back and one hand on her hip, embodying Carven's design focus on petite women and lightweight fabrics.
Technique & Style
Characterized by simple, confident lines and light, quick strokes, the drawing prioritizes the clothing's shape, lacking extraneous details.
History & Provenance
Created around 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, the sketch is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, reflecting Carven's pioneering work in both couture and prêt-à-porter.
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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