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Milord, by Carven, 1956

Milord

Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Milord is a 1956 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, 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 drawing of a woman in a plaid dress, with her hands raised in front of her. The woman is shown from the side, with her face turned away from the viewer. She is wearing a long-sleeved dress with a high neckline and a fitted waist, and her hair is styled in an updo. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of understated sophistication, suggesting a sense of refinement and poise. The artist's use of a limited color palette and bold lines creates a striking visual contrast, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's elegant pose and attire. This piece is reminiscent of the work of artist 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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