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'Oslo', by Carven, 1949

'Oslo'

Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Oslo' is a 1949 by Carven, depicting Overcoat, 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 drawing depicts a person wearing an overcoat and dark pants, with their hands on their hips. The person's face is not visible, and they are standing in a neutral pose. The drawing is rendered in a simple, line-based style, with minimal shading or texture. The overall effect of the drawing is one of quiet contemplation, with the subject's pose and facial expression conveying a sense of introspection. The use of simple lines and minimal shading adds to the sense of calm and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of line and shading, you might want to explore the technique of cross-hatching.

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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