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Bal des zéphyrs, by Carven, 1957

Bal des zéphyrs

Carven

1957

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

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Overview

Bal des zéphyrs is a 1957 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1957
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This painting showcases a woman in a flowing dress, her body turned to the right while her head faces forward. The dress features a pink bodice with a ruffled top and a long, pleated skirt that appears to be blowing in the wind. The woman's hair is styled in an updo, and she wears high heels. The dress is rendered in soft, muted colors, with the bodice and skirt depicted in shades of pink and white. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which helps to emphasize the woman's dress. The delicate lines and soft colors of the painting suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. For more information on the artist's techniques, explore the technique of cross-hatching.

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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