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Acier, by Carven, 1952

Acier

Carven

1952

From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

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Overview

Acier is a 1952 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1952
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This sketch shows a woman in a sleek black dress with padded shoulders and a fitted waist. Her pose is confident, one hand resting on her hip, the other holding the dress. The lines are loose but precise, with quick strokes for the face and shoes. The word *Acier* (French for "steel") is scrawled in the corner—maybe a nod to the dress’s sharp, metallic look. The drawing feels like a quick study, not a polished final piece. If you like this style, check out Carven, the artist behind it.

About the artist

Artist

Carven

These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.

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