Vincent was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1955.

Where can I see Vincent?

Vincent is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Vincent

Marie-Louise Carven , 1955

Vincent is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1955 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1955 by French designer Marie‑Louise Carven, the drawing titled *Vincent* is part of the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings. Carven, who founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945, was an early adopter of ready‑to‑wear collections in Paris, and this work reflects her design sensibility.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a woman dressed in a long, dark coat marked by bold, vertical blue stripes. The coat features a high collar and a row of front buttons; the figure holds a small object in her right hand, her hair cut short and pulled back, and she wears modest earrings. The title’s reference remains unidentified.

Technique & Style

Rendered in a rapid, loose manner, the drawing relies on swift line work and cross‑hatching to suggest texture and form. The sketch’s immediacy suggests it was produced quickly, perhaps as a study or conceptual illustration rather than a finished illustration.

History & Provenance

After its creation, the work entered the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is currently conserved. No further details about its acquisition or exhibition history have been recorded publicly.