Who painted Voltigeur?

Voltigeur was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1957.

Where can I see Voltigeur?

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

Artwork

Voltigeur

Marie-Louise Carven , 1957

Voltigeur is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Voltigeur is a sketch created by French fashion designer Marie-Louise Carven around 1957. The work is a simple figure drawing with additional details.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch depicts a figure wearing a bright pink dress with a fitted top, flared skirt, and black trim. A separate drawing shows a jacket on a hanger. The title 'Voltigeur' is written in the corner, but its significance is unclear.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines, suggesting a preliminary design concept. The style is sketchy, with visible hatching that builds up the figure's shapes.

History & Provenance

Marie-Louise Carven founded the Carven fashion house in 1945 and was known for her designs for petite women. The work is now held in the Museum of Ethnography.