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Cha-cha-cha, by Carven, 1956

Cha-cha-cha

Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Cha-cha-cha 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 bright red dress, mid-motion as if dancing. Her dress has a fitted waist, a short jacket, and pockets on the skirt. One arm is outstretched, and she’s wearing simple high heels. The title *Cha-cha-cha* hints this might be about a dance style. The loose, confident lines give it a playful feel. Look up cross-hatching to see how artists use lines to build shading.

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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