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'Caïman', by Carven, 1949

'Caïman'

Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Caïman' is a 1949 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1949
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 simple, elegant outfit. She’s wearing a light-colored dress with short sleeves and a row of buttons down the front. Her hair is pulled back neatly, and she stands with one hand resting on her hip. The drawing looks quick and loose, like a fashion sketch. The artist used light pencil strokes to show folds in the fabric and shadows. If you like this style, check out Carven for more work 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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