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Duchesse, by Carven, 1963

Duchesse

Carven

1963

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

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Overview

Duchesse is a 1963 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1963
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This drawing, titled Duchesse, presents a woman in a long dress with her hands clasped behind her back. The dress features a high neckline and long sleeves, and the woman's hair is pulled back into a bun. The drawing is rendered in shades of brown and gray, with bold lines and subtle shading that give the image depth and texture. The woman's face is turned to the side, and her features are delicately drawn. Her eyes are cast downward, and her lips are set in a gentle smile. The overall effect of the drawing is one of elegance and refinement, capturing the essence of a bygone era. To learn more about the artist behind this beautiful drawing, look up 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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