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Héliotrope, by Carven, 1956

Héliotrope

Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Héliotrope is a 1956 by Carven, depicting Bustier, 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 simple, strapless dress with a fitted waist and full purple skirt. Her hair is pulled back neatly, and she wears small earrings. The drawing is loose and quick, with light pencil lines and soft shading. The name *Héliotrope* is written at the top, which likely refers to the purple color of the dress. The sketch feels like a quick study, maybe for a fashion design. If you like this style, look up Carven for more of their 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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