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Iles d'or, by Carven, 1956

Iles d'or

Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Iles d'or is a 1956 by Carven, depicting Gold, 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

The image depicts a woman in a red dress with a floral pattern, facing away from the viewer. She has short hair and is wearing white heels and a matching white glove on her left hand. The dress features a low back and a sleeveless design, with a floral pattern that includes white flowers and green leaves. The woman's posture suggests she is walking or posing, with her left leg slightly bent and her right arm relaxed by her side. The background of the image is a plain beige color, which helps to focus attention on the woman and her dress. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of fashion illustrations from the mid-20th century, with bold lines and a focus on the subject's clothing and accessories. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to 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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