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Boris, by Carven, 1955

Boris

Carven

1955

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

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Overview

Boris is a 1955 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1955
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman wearing a long, dark blue coat with a plaid pattern. The coat is open, revealing a matching dress underneath. The woman's arms are outstretched, and she is wearing white gloves and high heels. Her hair is styled in a bob, and she has a simple earring on each ear. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The woman's pose and attire suggest that she is modeling the coat and dress, possibly for a fashion illustration or advertisement. The artist's use of bold lines and bright colors adds a sense of energy and vibrancy to the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's work, you might want to explore other pieces by Carven.

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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