Artwork
Arcole
Arcole is a drawing by 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
Arcole is a drawing created by Carven around 1957, currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two women wearing identical blue-and-black plaid outfits, showcasing the garment from multiple angles. A simple back view of the jacket and skirt is also included, suggesting a focus on the clothing's design.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by a loose, sketchy style, with the artist using a crisscross pattern to render the fabric's texture. The inclusion of multiple views and a possible pattern draft implies a practical or design-oriented approach.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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