Open full image Pin
Okay, by Carven, 1955

Okay

Carven

1955

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

Dominant colour

Overview

Okay is a 1955 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1955
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This sketch shows a person from behind, wearing a dark, pinstriped suit with a white hat. Their right hand is raised, fingers forming an "OK" sign. The lines are loose but confident, with quick strokes for the suit and simpler shapes for the legs and arms. The word "OKAY" is scrawled in the top right corner, matching the pose. The drawing feels quick, like a snapshot of a moment rather than a careful study. Look up Carven to see more of their playful, stylized work.

About the artist

Artist

Carven

These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.

See the richer artist page

More by Carven

Artifact World Gallery — 100,000 artworks Get the app