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Asmadée et Alcyone, by Carven, 1961

Asmadée et Alcyone

Carven

1961

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

Caraco Half Slip Petticoat Underbodice

Dominant colour

Overview

Asmadée et Alcyone is a 1961 by Carven, depicting Caraco, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1961
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This drawing depicts a woman in a pink dress, with her hair styled in an updo and adorned with a pink bow. She is wearing a sleeveless dress with a lace trim and a matching lace belt around her waist. The dress is knee-length, and she has a pair of high heels on her feet. The woman's face is not clearly visible, but she appears to be looking directly at the viewer. Her hair is dark brown, and her skin tone is fair. The background of the drawing is a plain beige color, which helps to focus attention on the woman's dress and accessories. The drawing is a beautiful example of fashion illustration, and it would be interesting to learn more about the artist, Carven, who created 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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