Artwork
Zazie
Zazie 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
The drawing 'Zazie' is a fashion illustration created around 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her work with lightweight fabrics and designs for petite women.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a simple figure wearing a long brown coat with a belted waist and big pockets, characterized by clean lines and a straight collar. The plain background focuses attention on the outfit.
Technique & Style
The loose, sketchy style of the drawing conveys a sense of quickness and modernity. The artist's use of simple lines effectively captures the essence of the coat and the figure's neat, short hair.
History & Provenance
'Zazie' is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was a pioneer in prêt-à-porter fashion.
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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