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'Pétales', by Carven, 1949

'Pétales'

Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Pétales' is a 1949 by Carven, 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 sketch shows a woman in a long, flowing dress with a huge skirt made of layers of fabric. The skirt flares out in soft waves, almost like petals. Her arms are slightly bent, and she holds a small bouquet in one hand. The dress looks light and airy, with a few dark lines adding detail. The word "Pétales" is written at the top, which means "petals" in French. If you like this style, check out more by the 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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