Artwork
Mousson - Averse
Mousson - Averse is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Mousson – Averse, attributed to the artist Carven and dated to around 1967, is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work is a monochrome image that presents a solitary female figure in a white coat and hat, captured in a poised stance with her left hand raised.
Subject & Meaning
The composition focuses on a woman whose attire—coat, belt, and a hat secured under her chin—suggests a formal or ceremonial presence. The raised hand may imply greeting, invitation, or a moment of pause, inviting viewers to consider the figure’s role within an undefined narrative.
Technique & Style
Carven employs a restrained palette, using a single hue to delineate the folds and texture of the clothing. This economical approach creates a sense of depth through line work and shading, echoing the artist’s broader practice of achieving visual complexity with minimal means.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1967, Mousson – Averse entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. The work’s provenance traces back to Carven’s mid‑twentieth‑century output, aligning with the period’s interest in simplified, graphic representations of the human figure.
Artist & collection
Artist
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Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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