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'Kanakry', by Carven, 1949

'Kanakry'

Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Kanakry' is a 1949 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1949
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, flowing dress with a dark top and a bright, patterned skirt. The dress has a bow at the waist and loose sleeves. Her hair is pulled back, and she’s standing sideways with one arm resting on her hip. The artist used quick, loose lines to draw the dress, especially the skirt, which looks almost like it’s made of fabric with a floral print. The sketch feels like a quick study rather than a finished drawing. If you like this style, check out Carven for more fashion-focused 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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