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Blues, by Carven, 1956

Blues

Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Blues is a 1956 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1956
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 loose, sleeveless pink dress with a fitted waist and flared skirt. The dress has a row of small bows at the hem, and her arms are outstretched as if she’s mid-motion. The background is plain, letting the figure stand out clearly. The word "BLUES" is written in the corner, which might hint at the mood or title of the piece. The loose, sketchy lines give it a quick, lively feel, like a first draft. If you like this style, check out the Museum of Ethnography to see more works like this.

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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