Artwork
Ma griffe
Ma griffe is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Ma griffe, created circa 1953 by Carven, is a drawing housed at the Museum of Ethnography. The work depicts a woman in a stylish white floral dress, characterized by a scoop neckline and full skirt, set against a light beige background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a woman with short black hair in a bob, posing with one hand on her hip and the other arm extended. Her attire, including white gloves and high heels, conveys elegance and sophistication.
Technique & Style
The drawing's overall effect is achieved through a combination of simple yet effective lines and a restrained color palette, emphasizing the subject's fashionable appearance.
History & Provenance
Created in the early 1950s, Ma griffe is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though the artist Carven's broader context within the museum's holdings is not specified.
Context
The piece reflects mid-20th-century fashion aesthetics, with the woman's dress and hairstyle evoking the era's styles.
Legacy
Information on the specific legacy or impact of Ma griffe within Carven's oeuvre or broader art historical context is not provided in available details.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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