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Coureur de lac, by Carven, 1962

Coureur de lac

Carven

1962

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

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Overview

Coureur de lac is a 1962 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1962
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image depicts a woman in a purple outfit, with her left hand on her hip and her right arm hanging down. She is wearing a purple dress or skirt with a matching jacket, and her hair is styled in a short, curly bob. Her face is blurred, and she is wearing high heels. The woman's outfit appears to be from the mid-20th century, with a classic, feminine style. The drawing is rendered in a simple, yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal details. The image is a beautiful example of Carven's work, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of feminine style. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of fashion as a subject, you might want to explore more of Carven's work.

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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