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Corrida, by Carven, 1958

Corrida

Carven

1958

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

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Overview

Corrida is a 1958 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1958
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 long red gown with a fitted top and a wide, flowing skirt. The fabric looks heavy, with sharp folds and a train that pools on the ground. Her hair is pulled back, and she holds her skirt slightly with one hand. In the corner, there’s a quick, rough sketch of another woman in a simpler dress. The red dress stands out against the light background, making the folds look almost three-dimensional. The artist used loose, confident lines to suggest movement and texture. Next, look up Carven to see more of their fashion-inspired art.

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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