Artwork
Vincennes
Vincennes is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Vincennes is a fashion illustration created by Marie-Louise Carven around 1958. It is a sketch of a woman wearing a simple, flowing dress with floral patterns.
Subject & Meaning
The dress depicted in Vincennes features green floral patterns on the bodice and skirt, with a wide, flared silhouette that conveys a sense of lightness and airiness. The illustration highlights Carven's focus on creating effortless, feminine clothing.
Technique & Style
The artist employed loose, expressive lines to capture the softness and movement of the fabric. The use of plain background and contrasting green floral shapes creates a fresh, natural appearance.
History & Provenance
Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in introducing prêt-à-porter lines. Vincennes is now part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
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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